In this mural, the artist has created a “bee rest stop” to help passers-by stop and enjoy the playful significance of stopping to smell the flowers, as well as the importance of pollinators: an estimated one-third of the food we eat relies on pollination, mainly by bees. In the installation, test tube vases hold the flowers that are “bombing” the mural, creating a whimsical experience.
This mural was originally installed at the front of the same property, as part of the 2020-2021 Indy ... view more »
In this mural, the artist has created a “bee rest stop” to help passers-by stop and enjoy the playful significance of stopping to smell the flowers, as well as the importance of pollinators: an estimated one-third of the food we eat relies on pollination, mainly by bees. In the installation, test tube vases hold the flowers that are “bombing” the mural, creating a whimsical experience.
This mural was originally installed at the front of the same property, as part of the 2020-2021 Indy Art & Seek project with the Arts Council of Indianapolis and Keep Indianapolis Beautiful. Originally, neighbors were invited to make their own flower additions.The artist donated it to the property owner after the project was completed.
Nekoda Witsken is the artist behind Hue Murals, where she passionately specializes in indoor and outdoor large-scale murals for public and private projects. Tying community engagement, sense of place, and cohesive branding into her custom works is key to her artistic practice. Hue Murals’ goal is to create projects with clients that help us all rise “a shade above” – a little brighter, and a lot more united.
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