EYES OF THE PRAIRIE
A Mural Rooted in Place
NICHE | GENEVA, ILLINOIS
Commissioned through the City of Geneva, this mural was created on a historic brick building at Niche as part of the building’s restoration and renewed presence within the community.
Concept development (3 initial design directions)
Final mural design tailored to historic architecture
Full exterior mural execution on brick façade
Material application using spray paint and acrylic
On-site scaling and layout using VR technology
PROJECT SCOPE
After presenting three concepts, I developed Eyes of the Prairie — a design intended to feel connected to both the landscape and the building itself.
Working on historic brick comes with its own challenges. The surface is uneven, porous, and constantly influencing how paint behaves. Scale was the biggest consideration — ensuring the design translated accurately across the full wall without losing detail or proportion.
To solve for this, I used VR technology to map the artwork onto the building before painting, allowing for precision and confidence during execution.
The mural was created primarily using spray paint for coverage and movement, with acrylic layered in for detail and depth. Throughout the process, I moved between tools and techniques — responding to the surface, the weather, and the rhythm of the work itself.
This project was completed close to home, which made the experience especially meaningful.
IMPACT
Eyes of the Prairie brings new life to a historic structure while respecting its original character.
Rather than covering the building, the mural works with it — allowing the natural brick to remain visible and become part of the composition. The result is a piece that feels integrated, not applied.
The mural contributes to the visual identity of the area, creating a moment of pause, recognition, and connection within the community.
It’s a reminder that even a single wall — when thoughtfully considered — can shift how a place is experienced.
Art that brings people together, let’s create yours.
If you are designing community environments, healthcare spaces, or places where people gather and heal, I would love to collaborate.