Growth and Change

  • A panorama of the finished mural.
  • Here you can see how much color and life the mural breaths into the school's courtyard.
  • Two young participants fill in the larger part of the design. Smaller stenciled designs can be seen as well.
  • Mural painting is fun and skill building!
  • A detail that shows three different processes: stencil, wash, and traditional painting.
  • A detail that shows the central portion of the mural. All of the different techniques come together to create beautiful natural forms.

Project Description

"Growth and Change" is featured in the courtyard of MS 210 in Ozone Park, Queens. The mural was painted by fifty sixth and seventh grade Advanced Art students and spans 70 feet. It was created in partnership with The Trust for Public Land’s “Schoolyard to Playground” school transformation program, which transforms underused school yards into vibrant and accessible public spaces. The young artists used a few different methods of painting, including washes, stenciling, and drip painting. Drawing on imagery from the natural world, the design features a symmetrical composition, with a stylized vine curling outward and upward to break the edges of the painted background of the center wall. The graphic style and intense colors used create a feeling of fun and celebration.

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Project Info

Location: 9311 101st Avenue Ozone Park New York, NY 11416
Neighborhood: 
Ozone Park


Program: 
School-based Programs


Theme: 
Nature and Environmental Conservation


Year: 
2009


Partner(s): 
MS 210
The Trust for Public Land


Lead Artist(s):
Christopher Cardinale


Assistant Artist(s):
Edwin Vazquez


Participants: 

 

50 sixth and seventh grade students at MS 210
Medium: 
Acrylic on Brick Wall


Dimensions:  11 x 70ft

Fun Facts

Fun Fact
Since its founding in 1972, The Trust for Public Land has completed more than 4,250 land conservation projects in 46 states, protecting more than 3 million acres.
Fun Fact
With many to mention, well-known current and former residents of Ozone Park include rock singer Cyndi Lauper, director Dylan Salcedo, actor Ray Abruzzo, actor Peter Facinelli, and comedian Debra Wilson.
Question about the Mural
Can you spot the butterfly in the mural?