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Love Language

Thomas Jackson

“Love Language” was created with the goal of inspiring change, instilling pride, and advocating for those with disabilities. Featuring a message in sign language, the design illustrates that love is a universal language across individuals with all abilities. Hattiesburg artist Thomas Jackson was selected as the muralist for the project, and he received assistance from Forrest General Hospital’s Project SEARCH students.

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Love Language

Thomas Jackson

“Love Language” was created with the goal of inspiring change, instilling pride, and advocating for those with disabilities. Featuring a message in sign language, the design illustrates that love is a universal language across individuals with all abilities. Hattiesburg artist Thomas Jackson was selected as the muralist for the project, and he received assistance from […]

Noche de Encanto

Hector Boldo

“Noche de Encanto” portrays the lively energy of Mexican culture with four folkloric dancers, evoking the spirit of celebration and movement. The central focus is a majestic prickly pear, a cactus that can thrive in harsh environments. It is adorned with its fruit and represents resilience, strength, and endurance. Anchoring the composition is a sugar skull, symbolizing the profound connection between life and death. Against the backdrop of a moonlit night, the mural encapsulates the enchantment and mystery that permeate Mexican traditions, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in a world where cultural heritage dances under the shimmering light of the full moon.

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Noche de Encanto

Hector Boldo

“Noche de Encanto” portrays the lively energy of Mexican culture with four folkloric dancers, evoking the spirit of celebration and movement. The central focus is a majestic prickly pear, a cactus that can thrive in harsh environments. It is adorned with its fruit and represents resilience, strength, and endurance. Anchoring the composition is a sugar […]

The Family

Ricardo Moody, Willie L. Cooks III, and Sidea Cooks

“The Family” recognizes Hattiesburg native Oseola McCarty’s family values and her iconic contributions to the community, including a $150,000 scholarship endowment to The University of Southern Mississippi in 1995. Hattiesburg, Miss. artist Ricardo Moody joined art students Willie L. Cooks III and Sidea Cooks to design and paint the bright mural, which includes a cheerful color scheme and features McCarty surrounded by diverse neighborhood families.

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The Family

Ricardo Moody, Willie L. Cooks III, and Sidea Cooks

“The Family” recognizes Hattiesburg native Oseola McCarty’s family values and her iconic contributions to the community, including a $150,000 scholarship endowment to The University of Southern Mississippi in 1995. Hattiesburg, Miss. artist Ricardo Moody joined art students Willie L. Cooks III and Sidea Cooks to design and paint the bright mural, which includes a cheerful […]

Love Court

River Prince

“Love Court” is Mississippi’s first full coverage, professionally painted basketball court. Located in Thames Park, a public greenspace, the court features inspirational messages of love and respect with bright and uplifting graphics. The park is open daily for residents and visitors to enjoy.

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Love Court

River Prince

“Love Court” is Mississippi’s first full coverage, professionally painted basketball court. Located in Thames Park, a public greenspace, the court features inspirational messages of love and respect with bright and uplifting graphics. The park is open daily for residents and visitors to enjoy.

You Can Do Big Things

Steffi Lynn Tsai

Nationally recognized artist Steffi Lynn of Brooklyn, NY completed this colorful wall mural in 2022 as a part of a public art series in Thames Park, a public greenspace and playground. The oversized message of “You Can Do Big Things” is designed by the artist to remind people to believe in themselves to manifest their ideas and dreams.

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You Can Do Big Things

Steffi Lynn Tsai

Nationally recognized artist Steffi Lynn of Brooklyn, NY completed this colorful wall mural in 2022 as a part of a public art series in Thames Park, a public greenspace and playground. The oversized message of “You Can Do Big Things” is designed by the artist to remind people to believe in themselves to manifest their […]

Plant A Seed, Watch It Grow

Steffi Lynn Tsai

One of three public art pieces in Thames Park, a public greenspace adjacent to Thames Elementary, “Plant a Seed, Watch it Grow” was unveiled as Hattiesburg’s 40^th large-scale mural. It’s design illustrates the importance of education and investing in the future of youth. Artist Steffi Lynn of Brooklyn, NY has also completed projects for national companies such as Target, Wendy’s, Converse, and Kendra Scott.

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Plant A Seed, Watch It Grow

Steffi Lynn Tsai

One of three public art pieces in Thames Park, a public greenspace adjacent to Thames Elementary, “Plant a Seed, Watch it Grow” was unveiled as Hattiesburg’s 40th large-scale mural. It’s design illustrates the importance of education and investing in the future of youth. Artist Steffi Lynn of Brooklyn, NY has also completed projects for national […]

Daylily Destination

Kym Garraway

Titled ‘Daylily Destination,’ the mural celebrates Hattiesburg’s official flower – the daylily. In 2008, Hattiesburg City Council adopted the daylily as the city’s flower, and a decade later Hattiesburg was the first city in the nation to be given the designation as a “Daylily City” by the American Daylily Society. Designed and painted by Hattiesburg native Kym Garraway, the bright artwork features various species of daylilies as well as monarch butterflies. Marking the city’s 37^th large-scale mural, it is also HAPA’s first project to be completed on metal.

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Daylily Destination

Kym Garraway

Titled ‘Daylily Destination,’ the mural celebrates Hattiesburg’s official flower – the daylily. In 2008, Hattiesburg City Council adopted the daylily as the city’s flower, and a decade later Hattiesburg was the first city in the nation to be given the designation as a “Daylily City” by the American Daylily Society. Designed and painted by Hattiesburg […]

Serenity

Thomas Jackson and Abi Allen

‘Serenity’ was painted by professional artists Thomas Jackson and Abigail Lenz Allen, as well as Forrest County Drug Court students. The piece contains nods to the Court’s mission of offering support and rehabilitation services to those with substance abuse and chemical dependency.

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Serenity

Thomas Jackson and Abi Allen

‘Serenity’ was painted by professional artists Thomas Jackson and Abigail Lenz Allen, as well as Forrest County Drug Court students. The piece contains nods to the Court’s mission of offering support and rehabilitation services to those with substance abuse and chemical dependency.

SOAR AND SCORE

AUBRI SPARKMAN

Located at The University of Southern Mississippi’s Eagle Walk, this design pays tribute to the band and athletics at USM, while highlighting several recognizable figures. The mural’s palette uses a mix of gold, grey and white paint to represent the iconic colors of USM.

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SOAR AND SCORE

AUBRI SPARKMAN

Located at The University of Southern Mississippi’s Eagle Walk, this design pays tribute to the band and athletics at USM, while highlighting several recognizable figures. The mural’s palette uses a mix of gold, grey and white paint to represent the iconic colors of USM.