Paso Robles' most popular art spot, STUDIOS ON THE PARK has a Mural Arts program that provides artistic work celebrating Paso Robles and the Central Coast of California through the unique visions of local artists. Periodically, murals change to showcase the talents and creative visions of local teen and adult artists location running along Pine Street near the corner of 12th Street, and a new banner just went up.
The newest entry, “Picking Quince In The Land of the Giants” by Joe Thomas, which debuted on Friday, January 17, stretches 40 feet long and features giant sunflowers growing from clouds and a “ballooned,” silhouetted figure reaching for a quince. The brightly colored artwork ties in the magical qualities of Thomas’ childhood memories associated with picking fruit on the farm. While conceiving the banner, Thomas reflected on his childhood memories: “when I was a child my grandmother told me, ‘if you love someone, you will cook for them … and if you grow your own ingredients, it becomes magical.’” The resulting imagery doesn’t disappoint, offering viewers of all ages wonderment through the senses.
Programs Director Sasha Irving says, “The banner serves as an exciting example of the convergence of Paso’s artistic and culinary worlds. It’s themes of food, farming, and personal expression through art, bring an uplifting splash of creativity to downtown. We are proud to offer ‘Picking Quince In The Land of the Giants’ as part of our Mural Arts Program.”
ABOUT STUDIOS ON THE PARK
STUDIOS ON THE PARK was founded in December of 2007 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a creative, educational, and transformational experience to enhance understanding and appreciation of the visual arts. STUDIOS ON THE PARK realizes its commitment by making the creative process available to the public through engaging and inspiring the community and its visitors with a unique open studio environment and arts education programs. STUDIOS features artists working in a variety of media, unique involvement opportunities for children and adults, and quality exhibitions by regional, national and international artists.
ABOUT JOE THOMAS
Joe Thomas is an artist and organic farmer who supplies produce to Artisan. He works and paints on his organic farm and vineyard, which is located in the east hills overlooking the city of Paso Robles. He is a resident artist at Studios on the Park where he can regularly be seen creating new works.
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