NewMark Merrill Companies has embarked on a mission to uplift our communities through the patronage of public art at our shopping centers— unexpected venues for such cultural experiences. We believe that art has the power to foster hope, instill pride and bring vibrancy to the people we serve every day. In areas where access to art can be limited, these engaging works create unique community spaces that allow the imagination to flourish. We hope they will inspire every viewer to dream bigger and see beyond perceived barriers.
Featuring Local Artists
Each work of art begins with the selection of a local artist who has significant ties to the community. Through a partnership between the artist and the center, the vision is conceived and brought to life on the walls, ground, asphalt, and other unexpected areas throughout our shopping centers.
Community Pride painted by Darren Villegas
Rialto Village
Rialto, CA
2023
“The world is a mirror, so what you give the world, it’s going to give back to you.”
Kindness designed by Dena Creaser & painted by Angie Nordstrom
Village at the Peaks
Longmont, CO
2023
“When I started this job I’d cry about homeless and as a human being, what could I do to help? My drawings are to get their stories out.”
Kind Words designed by Dena Creaser & painted by Haley Titus
Marketplace 99
Elk Grove, CA
2023
“My hope is when people pass by this mural they feel inspired by the bright colors, large florals and positive messaging.”
Connections designed by Dena Creaser & painted by Anna Pearson
Mission Marketplace
Oceanside, CA
2023
“I instantly felt a connection (to the sketch) that’s how you can tell good art from great art.”
Wildflowers painted by Amanda Wolf
Fort Collins Marketplace
Fort Collins, CO
2023
“I was really excited about the mission of this project ascending barriers, that is what public art is all about.”
Wholehearted Bloom painted by Gino Burman-Loffredo
Janss Marketplace
Thousand Oaks, CA
2023
“I paint very colorful, very happy, very energetic… So, I feel more alive, I feel more hopeful and joyful. I hope that comes across.”
Statement about the Mural: “Wholehearted Bloom” was painted with the intention of growing love through art. The placement of the mural in the parking garage is like a seed in the darkness of the soil. For love to take root, it needs to grow through the darkness and into the light. With each person that sees the mural, a spark of positivity and love is put in the forefront of their mind. As they go out of the parking garage and into the light, their smiles are representatives of the wholehearted bloom and the flowering power of the two hands making the heart.
Sunshine painted by Gigi Douglas
Broomfield Plaza
Broomfield, CO
2022
“Being able to share my artwork with my community is one of the greatest gifts.”
Untitled by Kailey Geary
Village at the Peaks
Longmont, CO
2022
“I’m incredibly inspired by the nature in Colorado for me, it’s really important that we take care of our environment and I want to inspire people to also think in that way.”
The Time Is Right Now designed by Vanessa Rivera & painted by Maxx Gramajo
Crenshaw Imperial Plaza
Inglewood, CA
2021
“The colors in this piece represent the people in the neighborhood. We are in this world co-existing so it’s important we remember to always do right by others.”
Never Stop Dreaming by Austin Zucchini-Fowler
Broomfield Plaza
Broomfield, CO
2021
“People come by […] and are super thankful that there is public work and color on the wall, has made this process super fulfilling.”
We Can Make It Easy by Sandra Fettingis
Village at the Peaks
Longmont, CO
2021
“One of my favorite aspects of making work in the public realm, is the connections I get to form with the site and communities.”
Love Locus by Jesse Melanson
Madison Marketplace
Fair Oaks, CA
2021
“Painting is an opportunity to connect with people. Share some of my own reflections and inspire others.”
Melrose Park by Bret Whitacre
Winston Plaza
Melrose Park, IL
2021
“I’m hoping the community sees this as a joyous, vibrant piece, they love the colors and it resonates with the, and they feel good.”
Love Garden by Felix Maldonado
Stratford Crossing
Bloomingdale, IL
2021
Love is Calling by Felix Maldonado
Winston Plaza
Melrose Park, IL
2021
“I like to reflect the positive things that are going on in the communities where I create murals.”
Inspired by Jeremy Stanger
Southgate Plaza
Sacramento, CA
2021
“Murals brings an energy to a business that couldn’t be found any other way.”
COMMUNITY by Pastel Ohwell
Crenshaw Imperial Plaza
Inglewood, CA
2021
“I want you to feel proud, like, yeah that’s my neighborhood.”
Dream Together by Alfonso Garcia
Crenshaw Imperial Plaza
Inglewood, CA
2021
The Beauty of Change
by Shayne Taylor
Winston Plaza
Melrose Park, IL
2021
Marvelousness at the Marketplace
by Maren Conrad
Madison Marketplace
Fair Oaks, CA
2021
“It’s wonderful to be able to come into communities and make a place of civic pride.”
Grow Together by Maxx242
Anaheim Town Square
Anaheim, CA
2020
“Don’t give up…you’re betting in yourself and there is no better person in this life, this world. just bet on yourself, win and get it!”
Calipop! by Mer Young
Anaheim Town Square
Anaheim, CA
2020
“With my work, I feel it would inspire or uplift someone’s spirits and change or have some type of effect or move them…I hope I inspire change.”
Sensory Path by Minful Murals
Anaheim Town Square
Anaheim, CA
2020
Daily Nectar by Suzy Everson
Anaheim Town Square
Anaheim, CA
2020
Koi Pond by Marie Jose
Crenshaw Imperial Plaza
Inglewood, CA
2020
Community by Benjamin Johnson and Marie Jose Vanessa Rivera
Crenshaw Imperial Plaza
Inglewood, CA
2020
“I’m glad people are still out there pushing for the arts because it’s what communities need, society needs and it’s far more helpful than people give it credit for.”
Urban Garden 1 by Allison Brown
University Village
Riverside, CA
2020
“Newmark Merrill is very involved in their communities and wants to make sure our shopping centers are part of the community. We give people a place to gather and be inspired. That is what our community art program is doing.”
—Edie Trott, Sr. Marketing Director, Newmark Merrill Companies
Urban Garden 2 by Allison Brown
University Village
Riverside, CA
2020
“I want to create worlds, murals is one of the best ways to do that. (Murals) transport you someplace else and it’s large enough for you to feel like you could literally walk into it. . . something you get to participate in.”
Conejo by Even Meyer
Janss Marketplace
Thousand Oaks, CA
2020
Harmony by Lin Fei Fei
Southgate Plaza
Sacramento, CA
2020
“When I designed this mural, I wanted to include koi fish, highlight cherry blossoms and lotus flowers. All of this good energy, with all of these subjects combined… hopefully, it can bring good luck and fortune for everybody. Give people hope and stay positive.”
Beautiful Bird Garden
by Ana Valentine
Southgate Plaza
Sacramento, CA
2020
Spread Your Wings
by Ruben Rojas and Cloe Hakakian
Norwalk Town Square
Norwalk, CA
2019
Janss Santa Jump Target Painting by Lori Antoinette & Monica Rose
Janss Marketplace
Thousand Oaks, CA
2021