One Columbia and Palmetto Luna Arts partner to create mural
October 5, 2017
One Columbia for Arts and History and Palmetto Luna Arts have partnered to install a mural on 933 Main Street. The mural will be created on the side of Immaculate Consumption behind the South Carolina Statehouse.
The mural will be designed and installed by artists Lauren Andreu and Daniel Andreu.
The mural design is derived from an Aztec legend about solar eclipses where witches take the place of the stars and it was believed that they would come down and devour the earth if it was not taken care of by its inhabitants. The mural is a representation of the how the recent total eclipse brought the community together to look at the sky at the same moment and represents one of the important landscapes that are part of the identity of the United States. The mural will depict a landscape of Bears Ears National Monument and the color scheme will reflect a Southwestern style.
“With this project, we are helping to build a sense of community where Latinos are represented,” said Ivan Segura, executive director of Palmetto Luna Arts “Our organization has always been focused in making a positive impact in society through the arts.”
This mural project is also being created as part of a partnership with 933 Main Street Partners who own the property.
“We’re very excited to be a part of creating new murals all over the city with many different partners. This project is important because it represents a collaborative effort with an arts collective and a private developer.” says Lee Snelgrove, Executive Director or One Columbia for Arts and History.
About One Columbia for Arts and History:
One Columbia for Arts and History is a non-profit organization that works to promote collaboration among citizens, the cultural community, and city government through celebrations of Columbia’s arts and historic treasures. Its goal is to enhance the quality of life for our residents, attract tourist dollars to our city, and further build our vibrant community. Visit the One Columbia website (http://onecolumbiasc.com) for a continuously updated master list of art and cultural activities occurring throughout the city.
About Palmetto Luna
Palmetto Luna Arts’ mission is to foster an understanding of the Hispanic/Latino culture by promoting artistic creation and providing opportunities for cultural expression for the community in South Carolina. Latino Arts in Motion is sponsored by a grant from Central Carolina Community Foundation. For more information visit: www.facebook.com/palmettoluna
