Artist and muralist Rico Martin continues to bring a bright and vivid palette to businesses in the Springs as part of county-funded façade improvement program.
Rather than a standard “cookie cutter approach,” Martin said each job is unique, with one constant – “bright colors! It is amazing what simply bright beautiful colors can do to bring lightness and smiles to a neighborhood.”
While Martin, county officials and the business owners feel that bringing art and color to the area can be part of a revitalizing process, the designs are not without detractors. The colors are garish and tacky some say, and are a stereotype of Mexican culture.
Photos by Adrian Hyman
I loves this guys stuff. I think it’s fun and beautiful and it makes me proud to say i live in the springs.
I love it!
I think these are amazing! Coming from a graphic designer the original comps weren’t very well presented but the finished product is brilliant and completely livens up the droll looking area.
Lighten up, people!