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Waipu Winner!


I think this is one of the most interesting murals I've seen so far. This one in Waipu Cove painted by Daniel Mills is geared towards the history of the town. Apparently the artist took about 3 weeks to research and was painted in 2007 yet still looks almost new.

Waipu is one of those places in NZ that was settled by Scottish immigrants about 150 years ago and includes a portrait of Reverend Norman McLeod, includes Scottish tartan how the old stores would've looked.


The mural was designed with input from the Waipu Museum and apparently school groups are seen here using the art for history lessons.

Linking up with Mural Monday and Our World Tuesday.
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William Kendall said…
It is beautifully done.
21 October 2019 at 07:31
Mae Travels said…
The plaid background is really unusual!

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21 October 2019 at 10:33
Bleubeard and Elizabeth said…
This is absolutely gorgeous. I agree it's a stunning mural and a beautiful find.
21 October 2019 at 16:50
At Home In New Zealand said…
What an amazing mural. Waipu Cove is on my list of places I would like to visit. Maybe one day soon, all going well.
21 October 2019 at 18:04
Iris Flavia said…
Very impressive,a great style, too! It´s beautiful.
21 October 2019 at 18:26
Tom said…
...I love all the blues!
22 October 2019 at 00:11
Sami said…
It's really beautiful Amy, love historical murals. Thanks for contributing.
22 October 2019 at 00:16
kwarkito said…
I like the style of this beautiful and instructive mural
22 October 2019 at 01:07
Jackie McGuinness said…
The plaid is a great tribute to the town's past.
22 October 2019 at 02:17
Bill said…
Incredible and beautiful and still looking good!
22 October 2019 at 05:19
Powell River Books said…
A beautiful mural. We are getting more murals here in my hometown. One is on the back side of the library, and the newest two are on bare walls along the old main street where people walking from the ferry terminal can see them. - Margy
22 October 2019 at 10:26
Carol @Comfort Spring Station said…
Very colorful and attractive mural
22 October 2019 at 10:36
Photo Cache said…
That is tastefully done. Wonderful.


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22 October 2019 at 17:26
PerthDailyPhoto said…
Love murals that are relevant to their situation Amy, this is a beauty 💙
23 October 2019 at 03:40
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