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A striking stainless steel sculpture Taškas (Dot) by Tadas Vosylius, photographed in Kaunas, Lithuania. It honors the unique Lithuanian letter Ė with engraved words like tėvynė (homeland), laisvė (freedom), and meilė (love). The mirrored sphere invites self-reflection and celebrates Lithuanian language identity.
Photographer note:
Taken by me, Dave Owens, Widnes, on a Canon R5 Mk II.
This striking mural, The Fire Next Time II by Dewey Crumpler, ignites the curved facade of a recreation building in San Francisco’s Bayview neighborhood. Painted in 1984 and restored in 2020, the mural is a sweeping, flame-filled meditation on Black resilience, inspired by James Baldwin’s powerful 1963 book The Fire Next Time. It stretches across the building’s arched wall like a wave of heat, memory, and transformation.
The structure itself—an otherwise understated community gymnasium—is transformed by Crumpler’s palette of molten reds, sunburst yellows, and sky-washed blues. Central figures emerge from abstract swirls of fire and energy, reflecting themes of cultural rebirth and resistance. The mural is emotional and spiritual, calling attention to the deep-rooted struggles and strength of Bayview’s historically Black community.
Seen from the corner of Newcomb Avenue and Mendell Street, the mural commands the street with a mix of urgency and beauty. The morning light brushes softly across the painted surface, casting the fire-colored tones into sharper relief while harmonizing with the building’s industrial shape.
Bayview is often overlooked in conversations about San Francisco’s art legacy—but this mural proves that some of the city’s most important cultural stories live far beyond its tourist paths. The Fire Next Time II is more than public art—it’s a landmark of artistic truth-telling.
Located on the PG&E Substation building at Commercial and Leidesdorff in San Francisco, the "Leidesdorff Mural" is a stunning tribute to one of the city's most influential historical figures, Captain William Alexander Leidesdorff. Painted by the renowned Twin Walls Mural Company, the mural captures the essence of Leidesdorff’s legacy, depicting scenes from his life and the indelible mark he left on the Bay Area. Leidesdorff, a biracial man of African-American and Danish descent, was a pioneer in pre-Gold Rush San Francisco, serving as the nation’s first African-American diplomat and playing a crucial role in the city’s early governance. The mural’s vibrant imagery includes depictions of Leidesdorff as a diplomat, entrepreneur, and community leader, intertwined with symbolic references to the city’s development. The intricate details of the artwork, such as the map of Yerba Buena and the depiction of early San Francisco architecture, are both visually captivating and historically significant. The mural not only celebrates Leidesdorff’s accomplishments but also serves as a reminder of the diverse cultural and social fabric that shaped San Francisco. This public art piece is a must-see for anyone interested in the city’s rich history, offering a visual narrative that honors a man whose contributions are foundational to the Bay Area’s identity.
The Unexpected Project.
For years, Fort Smith (Arkansas) has attracted an international group of muralists to adorn the downtown. There are several dozen massive murals, some quite startling.
The Unexpected Project.
For years, Fort Smith (Arkansas) has attracted an international group of muralists to adorn the downtown. There are several dozen massive murals, some quite startling.
The Unexpected Project.
For years, Fort Smith (Arkansas) has attracted an international group of muralists to adorn the downtown. There are several dozen massive murals, some quite startling.
The Unexpected Project.
For years, Fort Smith (Arkansas) has attracted an international group of muralists to adorn the downtown. There are several dozen massive murals, some quite startling.
The Unexpected Project.
For years, Fort Smith (Arkansas) has attracted an international group of muralists to adorn the downtown. There are several dozen massive murals, some quite startling.
The Unexpected Project.
For years, Fort Smith (Arkansas) has attracted an international group of muralists to adorn the downtown. There are several dozen massive murals, some quite startling.
The Unexpected Project.
For years, Fort Smith (Arkansas) has attracted an international group of muralists to adorn the downtown. There are several dozen massive murals, some quite startling.
The Unexpected Project.
For years, Fort Smith (Arkansas) has attracted an international group of muralists to adorn the downtown. There are several dozen massive murals, some quite startling.
Mt. Pleasant
Washington, DC
along the Lynx Blue Line
along the Lynx Blue Line
along the Lynx Blue Line
along the Lynx Blue Line
along the Lynx Blue Line
along the Lynx Blue Line
