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#30DaysofBlackJoy…Day 11-Black Joy through Murals & Street Art!!

Posted on by drblackfuturefeminist

Murals have been part of our global and cultural landscape for many, many years. I am always a fan of seeing what beautiful images are displayed on the walls of the various places that I visit and where I live. One of the great things about murals and street art is how they bring up feelings of pride, legacy, empowerment, and freedom. Murals and street art bring people together to celebrate the heritage and history of one’s neighborhood and community.

Here are some reasons why murals and street art are important and necessary:

  • Both create vibrant neighborhoods that invite people to visit, live in, and take care of
  • Murals encourage you to take time and admire your surroundings
  • Convey social and political messages/Create important conversations and expanding thought
  • They can potentially generate revenue for local businesses
  • People can feel represented and see themselves in the art

In the past few years, there has been an increased interest in this global ephemeral form of art, which is seeming to develop a sub-culture all its own. Moreover, today’s #BlackJoy Moment is about showcasing Black murals across the globe!! Check out some of the amazing murals that can be seen all over the world…

“The Journey Forward“… Artists: Nadd Harvin and Humble (Mended Walls project)… Where to find: 319 Brook RD, Richmond, VA
“We Still Here!“ … Artist: Gaia, Jetsonorama, & Ursula Rucker… Where to find: 22 Maplewood Mall, Philadelphia, PA
“We Rise” … Artist: Rachel Wolfe Goldsmith … Where to find: Lane Community College – Mary Spilde Center, Eugene, OR
“Unknown Name” … Artist: Nardstar … Where to find it: Observatory neighborhood/Side street off Lower Main Road, Cape Town South Africa
“Strange Fruit”… Artist: Dammit Wesley … Where to find it: 345 N. College St. Charlotte, NC
“Take My Hand” … Artist: Michael Rosato … Where to find it: On the side of the Harriet Tubman Museum & Educational Center, 424 Race Street, Cambridge, MD
“The Torch” … Artists: Aniekan Udofia with Mia Duval …. Where to find it: On the side of Ben’s Chili Bowl 1228 U St. NW Washington, DC
“Helping Hands” … Artist: Muhammad Yungai…Where to find: 111 James P. Brawley Dr. SW, Atlanta, GA
“You cannot enjoy the rhythm and ignore the blues.” … Artist: Shona Hardie … Where to find: Dance Base, 14-16 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2JU, UK
“Black Lives Matter”…Artists: Jujmo (B), John Gascot (L), Cam Parker (A), Catherine Weaver (C), Nuclear Sky (K)
Wayward Walls (L), Laura Spencer (I), James E (V), Esh (E ), Jade Jackson (S)
James Freeman Kitchens (M), MegaSupremo (A), Von Walters (T), Plum Howlett (T), Melanie Posner (E), Daniel R5 Barojas (R) … Where to find: In front of the Dr. Carter G. Woodson African-American Museum, St. Petersburg, FL

See you all tomorrow!!