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Community Room Uplift
Steps to End Domestic Violence, Winooski, Vermont
Steps to End Domestic Violence provides a safe and supportive space for survivors as they rebuild their lives. This is one of three walls I painted for shelter. Located in a community gathering room, this mural was created with principles of trauma-informed design, focusing on calming colors and uplifting subject matter.
The common room is a hub for connection, where residents gather to talk, play games, and watch movies. To brighten the once-plain white walls, I incorporated elements of nature such as butterflies, a bird in flight symbolizing hope, and vibrant flowers. Subtle abstract shapes add a sense of movement and energy, bringing cheerfulness and optimism to a space meant for healing and community.
Jovial Nature Pathway
This mural transforms a hallway at the shelter into a whimsical, uplifting space designed with the children residing there in mind. The piece spans two walls and features a swooping purple and blue pathway to create motion and connection, symbolizing forward movement and growth.
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Using warm earth tones, butterflies, and a hummingbird, I crafted a soothing scene that’s both joyful and calming. The design also incorporates the shelter’s brand colors, tying the artwork to its mission. It was an honor to bring care and vibrancy to this space, creating a small sanctuary of hope and comfort for the children and families who pass through.
