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The Barber


I've been finding a selection of murals around town that have been painted on Chorus utility boxes. This one is along one of the side roads off the main road along Greymouth. Painted by artist Ivory Racho it depicts the barber winds that add texture to the hills and mountains along with natural wind formations that occur and flow down the Grey River.

Linking up with Mural Monday. 

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Tom said…
...I love the waves!
26 February 2023 at 15:04
gz said…
That is beautiful...far better than a plain box!
26 February 2023 at 16:59
At Home In New Zealand said…
It is so much more pleasant to see these boxes painted up so nicely, rather than just being utilitarian (and often an invitation to taggers). This one is particularly delightful :)
26 February 2023 at 20:32
local alien said…
Another great piece to brighten the scenery
26 February 2023 at 20:34
roentare said…
Love the coastal chic feel
26 February 2023 at 20:38
DawnTreader said…
I like it when they use that kind of places for murals!
27 February 2023 at 04:52
Bill said…
Another cool mural, very nice!
27 February 2023 at 09:33
William Kendall said…
This looks pleasing to the eye. Utility boxes are becoming common for art or other adornments here.
27 February 2023 at 10:54
magiceye said…
Beautifully done!
27 February 2023 at 17:07
Amila said…
This is a beautiful mural and adds life to a plain utility box. Lovely colour combination too.
Have a great day!
27 February 2023 at 17:08
Iris Flavia said…
To the waves and the ocean. Great box now with this.
27 February 2023 at 17:24
Bleubeard and Elizabeth said…
I've learned something new about winds and wind patterns, Amy. This utility box is amazing and educational, too.

27 February 2023 at 19:09
Sami said…
Pretty utility boxes. Thanks for participating in Monday Murals Amy.
28 February 2023 at 03:18
Sharon said…
This makes these utility boxes so pleasant to see. I wish they did it here.
28 February 2023 at 03:32
Tigger's Mum said…
So is that the name for the wind that creates those strange clouds that hug parts of the mountains? Sometimes we would see what looked like a cloud on the other side that couldn't quite make it over the top, or sort of evaporate as it crossed over to our side of the mountains.
28 February 2023 at 05:56
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