OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Public art continues to pop up around the Oklahoma City Metro, which has lead Oklahoma’s capital to be placed in the top spot on USA Today’s list for Best City for Street Art. Here are some murals in the area you should check out, as well as an interactive map that shows where they are located.
Carlos Barboza’s mural at Stonecloud Brewing Company:
Good vibes and powerful faces in pop culture are what comprise this mural. From Ruth Bader Ginsburg to David Bowie, you’re sure to find a favorite among the wall.
yo, bro’s mural at Cafe Evoke:
Artistic duo Hayley Owen and Lindsay Zodrow created this floral piece in Edmond as part of the Rollin’ Deep mural expo. The pastels make this piece feel like spring all year long.
“Abstract Passages” by Kris Kanaly:
Between Bricktown and downtown Oklahoma City you will find this immersive artistic experience. A cool feature to this piece: there’s a scavenger hunt list of images to find throughout the mural.
Jason Pawley’s Rollin’ Deep mural:
Artist Jason Pawley often incorporates nature in his work, but with his own twist: bright colors. Sometimes his dogs will also be incorporated into his murals in an abstract way, just like this piece in Edmond.
“Oklahoma’s Barite Mystery” by Matin Alavi and Haley Spradlin at Classen Curve:
Abstract, colorful rose rocks cover the over 4,000 square foot mural at Classen Curve. This piece is perfect for walking alongside or even eating your lunch in the parking lot to admire.
“Let’s Stay Together!” by Dusty Gilpin at Classen Inn:
Artist Dusty Gilpin shares another positive message with beautiful typography in Oklahoma City. The iconic phrase both inviting you to stay at Classen Inn as well as saying, ‘We’re better together.’
Sean Vali and Joe Skilz mural at Plaza Walls:
Artists Sean Vali and Joe Skilz created this otherworldly mural at Plaza Walls. The piece will stand until Fall 2021. Plaza Walls is a rotating mural project in Oklahoma City’s Plaza District.
“Primordial Portal” by Joshua Jaiye Farrell at Plaza Walls:
Joshua Jaiye Farrell has become known for his linework and black and white color contrast. “Primordial Portal” will be up on display at Plaza Walls through Fall 2021.
“A Seat at the Table” by Ebony Iman Dallas at Reaching Our City:
Ebony Iman Dallas brought Reaching Our City’s message of ‘You are welcome here’ to life with this mural. Dallas said the piece embodies what the church and nonprofit is all about: helping others through their many services.
“Life in Bloom” by Dylan Bradway at Classen Senior Living:
It’s always spring at this sky-high mural. Dylan Bradway created the piece at Classen Senior Living back in 2018 with hopes of bringing cheer to those who walk by.
“Norman RedTail Hawk” by Rick Sinnett:
Flying high above Main Street is Rick Sinnett’s “Norman RedTail Hawk.” Eighty-five feet to the top and one hundred feet across, Sinnett’s mural is hard to miss… If you’re looking in the right direction.
“The Medicine Peddler” by JUURI
Artist JUURI brings Kabuki to OKC with this mural inspired by the famous Japanese play.
While taking a stroll next to the serene water at the Bricktown Canal you will meet this bright contrast: “Grow” by artist Tiffany McKnight, a mural accompanied by an LED light display.
