Turning Trash Into Treasure
Community invited to add a recycled piece to the heART of Houston’s newest mural
Thursday, September 15, 2022
7 PM – 8:30 PM
Benny Thunders
605 Columbia St.
Houston, TX 77007
Artista Elisabet González welcomes the community to add a small, meaningful item to be sealed into the heart of 1 of 3 brand new murals at the Heights newest and most unique bar concept. The owners of Benny Thunders are collectors of Artista and commissioned 3 murals to adorn a space outside of the establishment.
Known for her upcycled art pieces, she created three original murals that inspire a sense of pride, identity and belonging and celebrates a global community, culture, and diversity where one can feel a sense of belonging. These vivid and eye-catching works of murals are created on a concrete wall, includes recycled/upcycled items, and tell a story, to reflect on our individuality, our roots and stir emotions.
View a short video of the Mural on Instagram
Guests may bring a small token that will be placed on the mural to be included before the artist seals it to protect it. The artist will have items to be included, for anyone that wishes to participate and does not bring an item with them.
Participation is free and open to all artistic levels. It is recommended that you bring something meaningful to recycle into art. One small item per person.Size restrictions apply. To RSVP, please click on link: https://artistaelisabetmurals.eventbrite.com.
ABOUT The Artist
Artista Elisabet González is a well renowned international visual artist in the Houston area who specializes in body sculptures, and mixed media recycled masterpieces and continues to make her mark in the art world. Originally from Europe, she has called Houston home for several years. Her mission is to create and exhibit powerful art to educate a global audience about upcycling, trash, and sparking positive change through her art. She is purposeful about her works of art and steadfast in her passion for Mother Earth. She was recognized in 2016 by the Whitehouse of the United States for her “I Cast 2 Empower” art project, an initiative dedicated to raising awareness, supporting, empowering, and inspiring breast cancer survivors, for the ability to bring about positive change in the face of adversity and reflecting the fortitude of the American spirit. In 2018 she received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the White House of the United States. Her work has also been displayed in the Museum of Louvre in Paris, Art Basel Miami, and Times Square in New York.
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