Murals transform your space.
A greenhouse inspired nursery in Brooklyn, NY
This multi-wall mural transformed a plain room into a lush, vibrant nursery for two. Inspired by fruit trees and using repurposed paint, this project was highlighted by Nestig, the sustainable baby brand, as a fresh design-inspired space. Photographed by Kelsey Rose Interiors.
Creating a Public Space for NYC DOT
This 5,000 sq ft asphalt mural transformed a dangerous intersection and confusing parking lot, into a public space for the residents of downtown Brooklyn. Commissioned by the New York City Department of Transportation, this mural not only adds color to the neighborhood, it creates a safer area for pedestrians and bicyclists while educating passersby on a native plant to Brooklyn: the Black Huckleberry - the mural’s inspiration.
“Working with Zara was an all-around great experience. Zara was flexible through the design creation and planning process, communicated with the NYC DOT Art team consistently, and implemented the mural seamlessly.”
Student Center at William and Mary
These murals welcome you into the new Sadler Center on The College of William and Mary’s campus. Inspired by the vibrant natural world of the Sunken Gardens, this mural travels from one wall to another, mirroring the energy of that section of campus in Williamsburg, VA. Commissioned by the William and Mary Student Union Office, these walls were painted with the support of Art students: Sarah Wicker and Miles Piontek.
“Working on the mural provided a small break from the chaos of graduation and finals. It was a moment to breathe and be grounded in the moment.”
A Juicy Addition to Alphabet City, NYC
Painted over a wall of graffiti, this mural came to life with the help of painting assistants one Saturday afternoon in the East Village. On the corner of 10th and C in Alphabet City, this wall originally held another Good for the Bees mural from 2017. Having been tagged with graffiti recently (after 5 years!) this wall was ready for a refresh. Commissioned by Vickers Realty, this mural is entitled ‘Juicy’. Drawing inspiration from fruits such as pears, grapes, tangerines, lemons, and mangoes, this mural brightens up the corner!
A Brooklyn Community Mural
A true community effort! This multiple block mural was painted with the help of over 60 (!) Cobble Hill Community members. From Dad’s with their babies strapped to their chests, to a Girl Scout Troop, to community lifers, to seasoned painters, a diverse group of volunteers came out to pull this huge mural together.
Sketching out the shapes in chalk on the fly, Zara designed this mural in a responsive and playful way, matching volunteers thoughtfully with shapes and colors. Painted with mostly donated paint, this sustainable mural is an ode to the power of nature and of community. Titled ‘Abundance’ this mural brightens up the scaffolding - covered blocks with oversized organic shapes, bright colors, and layered forms.
“One thing that surprised me about working with Zara was how quickly she was able to use the many volunteers to create her vision.”
“The three words I would use to describe working with Zara would be efficient, visionary, collaborative.”
Plants for a Nursery
An ode to the important plants in our lives, this nursery mural highlights key plants throughout the parents’ lives creating a custom jungle for the new baby. With vibrant greens, blues, and yellows (with pops of orange!) this mural brings bright, lush, and fresh energy to this Brooklyn, NY nursery.
A Brooklyn Loft
Collaborating directly with a private collector, this custom mural was designed to create a distinctive living space in an airy Brooklyn loft. Using a palette hand chosen by the client, this mural was crafted to bring joy, movement, and calming vibes to this stunning home.
NYC Department of Transportation
A tribute to the nature of our roots. Selected by NYC DOT Art, Oranges from Durazzano, Italy is inspired by the oranges that grow outside of the hometown of the artist’s grandparents in Italy. With over 3,000 sq. ft of wall to be painted, Zara worked with a team of (amazing!) volunteers over 4 days to complete this public art, bike-barrier beautification mural near from Calvert Vaux Park in Brooklyn, NY.
“Zara’s proposal was selected by the DOT Art Advisory Committee out of a large pool of applicants submitted in response to the DOT Art Barrier Beautification request for proposals for her professional and well organized application, clear experience working in the public realm and her thoughtful, creative approach to the mural design. Throughout all project phases, Zara remained hardworking, calm, prepared and stayed one step ahead of any challenges. Not only does the vibrant mural bring color and a sense of positivity to the area, it also keeps cyclists safe by welcoming and encouraging them to use the protected bike lane while traveling through South Brooklyn. The contrasting colors and simple, yet impactful design, are a great example of what DOT Art aims to achieve through the Barrier Beautification initiative.”
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Columbia Business School
Working with students at Columbia University, this multi-room mural transformed a student space to promote calm, creativity, brain stimulation, and school pride through strategic colors, abstract patterns, and surprising custom elements (spot the blue ivy!).
“We sought a piece that would enhance the creative process...Zara teamed with us to create large-scale artwork that was simultaneously calming and inspiring. Her whimsical style and her depiction of the New York skyline matched and exceeded our needs. Thank you Zara for being positive, flexible to work with, and a true artist.”
East Village, NYC
This custom mural lives on the busy corner of 10th and Ave C. Inspired by the community gardens that make the East Village such a wonderful place to be.
Redesigned Philadelphia Row Home
Three related murals were commissioned to add creative, bright energy to this newly renovated row-house in Philadelphia, PA. Walls under the stairs, in the master bathroom, and creating a working nook were covered with energetic, organic, abstracted paintings using a hand picked palette.
Making Space in Manhattan
This custom mural created a new space in an existing place. Infusing brightness, levity, and plenty of plants into a New York City Upper East Side apartment. Inspired by the very New York color- taxi cab yellow, and the feeling of springtime.
Mapping the World in Raleigh, NC
How better for a new baby to meet the world? This custom hand painted nursery mural illustrates the topography of the continents, the oceans of the world, and the many vibrant animals that call it home.
“Working with Zara on a mural for my son’s nursery was an absolute dream! I was very indecisive about what I wanted to do so it was super helpful to have her mock up some ideas for inspiration. Zara couldn’t have been more easy going and accommodating. In the end it turned out absolutely beautiful. I loved being able to look at all the details in those quiet tired moments when I would rock my son to sleep and now two years later he loves naming all of the animals!”
Creating an entrance in Brooklyn, NY
Murals can transform even the smallest spaces, like this tiny entryway in a Brooklyn brownstone. Using a deep green base with sea-foam green and white accents, this mural delineates an entrance in a multi-use, open floor plan apartment.
The Sedona Sky, on the East Coast.
A sweet pair of custom ceiling murals inspired by the sky over Sedona, Arizona at different times of day.
Plants for a New York Nursery
This graceful nursery mural was inspired by plants important to the couple. Nestled on a sun drenched wall of this Brooklyn apartment, the white line-drawn mural has a sketched quality and a feeling of organic growth, ready to welcome the new baby home!
“Fun, easy, creative. One thing that surprised me about working with Zara was her ability to make it personal. ”
Why Murals?
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