This mural’s meaning connects both my mother and the students of the creative academy. The image itself was designed in procreate through experimentation with a variety of brush types and color. I wanted to create as much texture as possible with the use of brushes that are a little bit “gritty” in tone. Since the texture also replicates spray paint, I thought it was also appropriate to put on a wall. This piece of art was made through an organic creative process of experimentation. My Mom has always stayed in touch with her creative roots through painting – taking classes more recently as an adult. It takes both perseverance and an open mind to allow yourself to play without knowing what exactly will come out in the end, but trusting in the process. This is a huge part of any creative pursuit that any SCCA student would benefit from being reminded of.