The City of Temecula, Community Services Department, and the Temecula Valley Museum seek to support emerging artists by providing a space to showcase their craft. Each month or two, student artists will have the opportunity, facilitated by Bigfoot Graphics, to paint a mural on varying topics. For information on how to get involved, call 951-694-6450.
This mural celebrating Earth Day was inspired by the Pechanga Band of Luisano Indians. States artist Tommy Gonzales, “Pu’éska Mountain, which is represented in the mural, is sacred to the Luiseño people of Southern California. The mural seeks to not only represent the indigenous tribes of the area, but their love and perspective on nature. With a rich history and religion that is closely intertwined with Earth and all of her beauty, this mural works to honor the Luiseños and the place “where the rocks cry”. It is the perfect representation for Earth Day, here in the beautiful Temecula Valley.
This beautiful mural features Dr. King as he delivers his most famous and compelling speech calling for the end of racism at the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom held in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, August, 28, 1963. The purpose of this march was to advocate for the civil and economic rights of African Americans.
This stunning mural, painted by Mr. Luma and his youth contributors Gerard J. Luma and Jon Evens Luma featured iconic structures throughout the globe, including our own Temecula Arches designed by the renowned Temecula Artist, the late Robert Morris.
Artist Junior Villalobos sketched out the mural, featuring The Great Oak Tree, an eagle, native plants, the Pechanga Casino, an automobile, and featuring youth participating in traditional games and living in traditional Kíicha (homes). The mural was a true group effort, with every child (ages 3 to 10) adding to the artwork. The artists came from the Mommy & Me group, Pre-Kindergarten, and Kindergarten to Fifth Grade students, all adding bits of color and artistry to proudly represent their people, the Payómkawichum, which means the People of the West in the Pechanga language.
Bonnie and her husband are former Army Officers. As a Veteran and a history major, it is not surprising that her favorite holiday is Fourth of July. Not to mention, that her first date with her husband of over 53 years was on July 4, 1967 to view the Independence Day fireworks at Fort Benjamin Harrison, where they were both temporarily stationed. When asked to design a mural for July, how could she not celebrate Independence Day! The meaning of some of the words on the mural were new to the children. So, a little lesson developed about the word “Liberty” and why it is important that we celebrate the Fourth of July. Bonnie hopes that when the mural is viewed, the design will engender a feeling of patriotism and thankfulness, and that other families might also contemplate the word “Liberty” and be grateful for the many freedoms we enjoy.
These sentiments inspired the students to create a mural commemorating Juneteenth celebrating the progress that has been made while still respecting the struggles that persist, by showcasing the talents of African American students and residents in our community and their part in the “important progress” towards equality and representation. Social Media: @officialgohsbsu @phyliciamjoseph @riveraimagery
Artist Amanda Le added, I wanted to show the connection between the two sister cities, Temecula and Daisen by placing the Torii gate in the middle of the mural, and including the mountains to represent Mount Daisen on the side. We added lots of color and balloons to bring out a feeling of joy and happiness with hope that we inspire that connection in every corner of this mural”. Instagram for Ms. Bucci is @ TenguHarley Instagram for Ms. Le is @amanngle.
