Living History
MURAL
The Ransom Place Neighborhood Association commissioned a mural that celebrates the storied past and shows that current residents care.
Design Process
I sketched out several initial ideas, but something clicked into place when I incorporated architectural details from houses in the neighborhood. There are many historic houses with fun “gingerbread” elements, ornate porch brackets and gables.
The “Living History” idea emerged because Ransom Place is a historic neighborhood and history continues to unfold. Ransom Place is not stuck in the past, but rather a living, breathing place full of vivacious characters and passionate community members.
Sketch combining letters and historical elements
Digital color design
Mural
My friend and collaborator Sylva Zhang is a resident of Ransom Place and she helped bring this design to life.
We started out by priming the wall (and filling in a few holes in the masonry).
Next, I drew out the design in pencil. The fun part of painting took a full week. The very textured wall took a lot of time to fully paint. It was a labor of love and I LOVE how it turned out.
Thank you, Ransom Place for the opportunity to create a unique, vibrant design that celebrates the lovely people of the neighborhood.
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AFTER
Testimonial
“From the initial consultation to the final installation, the entire process was smooth and collaborative. Sylva and Siena were thoughtful and inventive when they incorporated our local architecture into the design.
“The artists were skilled and professional, listened to feedback, and took the time to repair the wall before priming. Not only is the design spectacular, but the high-quality and durable mural will brighten the neighborhood for years to come.”
Candyce Offett
President of Ransom Place Neighborhood Association