Colorful sunset mural at Sunset Mall
First Washington Realty, owners of the Sunset Mall at the northwest corner of Murray and Cornell, recently commissioned a mural that was painted on the western exterior wall of Safeway. The mural features an abstract mountain in the foreground with a vibrant, radiant sunset filling the rest of the scene. It is part of a larger renovation project for the shopping center, more details to come.
Finley painted outlines and then filled them in freehand. Image PSAA
Portland Street Art Alliance facilitated the project, connecting artists and procuring scaffolding and other equipment. It was designed by Bend-based artist Evan Namkung in their signature graphic style, and expertly installed by Devin Finley. He used a spectrum of spray paint cans to follow freehand the geometric design that was first outlined on the wall.
Image PSAA
Portland Street Art Alliance (PSAA) is a non-profit that provides access to resources, networking, and professional development opportunities for Pacific Northwest street artists. Through educational programming, tours, and community events, PSAA is actively transforming the public art landscape by developing more inclusive place-based programs that increase access to art for everyone. For more information, visit pdxstreetart.org.
Spray paint cans, image PSAA
If you haven’t seen it yet, be sure to visit. You could enjoy ice cream or takeout food from the nearby restaurants while you sit on the benches under the covered walkway near the mural.