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Artist Levi Ponce believes in the power of murals to change communities. Starting in 2012, he has transformed miles of blighted urban corridors into vibrant open-air art galleries, displaying murals painted by his own hand as well as by local community members. Ponce has created murals all over Los Angeles County, throughout the U.S., Mexico, and Turkey.
On June 20, 219, Ponce unveils a new ocean-themed mural at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens inspired by the coastal community. The mural is the cornerstone of the institution’s annual Casa Coastal programming, which celebrates the art, history and ecology of the California coast.
Casa Romantica interviewed Levi Ponce to learn why he believes public art is so important, how he changed the face of urban communities, and what his top-secret art-making habits are!
Watch the videos below for the full interview.
Q: Why are murals your art form of choice?
Q: What is your origin story as a muralist?
Q: Your presence was critical to local policymakers in the decision to overturn Los Angeles’ Mural Ban (2002-12). Tell us about your role.
Q: Why are you excited to create a 360 degree mural experience at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens?
Join us for the opening of Casa Coastal: The Art of Levi Ponce on Thursday, June 20 from 6-8 PM! The opening night party is FREE and open to the public. Food, beverages and music will accompany the unveiling of Levi Ponce’s 36o degree mural experience in Casa Romantica’s Art Gallery.
