One of the newer wall murals in Frederick,Md. Lester Bowie was an American jazz trumpet player and composer. HE was born in Frederick, Md. although left the area when he was very young.
The mural was painted by artist Rafael Blanco.HIs artistic practice focuses on identity and human expression.
Another aspect of the project is that the wall on which the mural is painted will be painted over in three years in favor of a new design– a sort of fresh canvass for an artist not yet selected, a design likely not yet even dreamed up. It's kind of neat that this wall will change every three years but also sad to see such a piece of artwork painted over. Photos are important to remember the past.
Good for you to capture the photo of this magnificent art that will be gone in three years. I can’t imagine how difficult it would be to paint on brick to start with and this is a magnificent portrait.
