Murals on the Northaven Trail Bridge
To better connect the brand new Northaven Trail pedestrian bridge over Central Expressway with the trail, the Friends of Northaven Trail commissioned Chera Creative to paint the eight pillars on the west side of the expressway. This project will introduce trail visitors and neighbors to some of the beautiful flora and fauna they will see on the trail: plants indigenous to our area, and the pollinators which depend on them for survival. Whether you’re riding your bike, walking your dog, or just driving by, these murals offer an opportunity to connect with art in an unconventional space. The artwork has greatly improve the aesthetics of the bridge and has been a wonderful addition to the City of Dallas and to the approximately 250,000 cars pass that pass bridge every day!
Images
Concept Drawing (actual mural may be different)
The murals cover all eight columns on the western ramp up to the Northaven Trail Bridge. These pillars vary in heights from 4’ to 17’ 5”.
Local experts helped us select a different native plant for each pillar, and this plant has been paired with its natural pollinator. You can read more about this pairing here.
Pillars on the ramp to be painted
Lyda Hill Philanthropies
This project is funded in part by Lyda Hill Philanthropies. The Friends of Northaven Trail is so grateful to Lyda Hill and her wonderful organization for helping us make this mural possible.
Lyda Hill Philanthropies encompasses the charitable giving for founder Lyda Hill and includes her foundation and personal philanthropy. Our organization is committed to funding transformational advances in science and nature, empowering nonprofit organizations and improving the Texas and Colorado communities. Because Miss Hill has a fervent belief that “science is the answer” to many of life’s most challenging issues, she has chosen to donate the entirety of her estate to philanthropy and scientific research. For more details visit lydahillphilanthropies.org
MAP OF mural location
The mural will be located on the western ramp to the northaven trail Bridge.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Chera lives in Dallas, Tx. with her husband, Sterling and dog, Rosie. She majored in Graphic Design at Abilene Christian University, and after a 5 1/2 year career as an art director at Mary Kay corporate, took the leap to become a full-time artist. She loves educating other artists to help others succeed.
See more examples of her work here:
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You can find more information including pictures and videos of the new Northaven Trail Bridge here: https://northaventrail.org/northaven-trail-bridge-2023-photos
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Please contact us at fundraising@northaventrail.org