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Kathleen Karpal

Judas Arrieta

<div>Arrieta's influences are broad and this mural has allusions to everything from classic comics, anime, pop culture, and westerns. It is a multi-cultural mashup that is like a chaotic game of I-Spy, encouraging us to explore its elements. If you're staying at the Modern Hotel, I would highly recommend walking if you want to explore downtown.</div>

Wonder Stories

<div>This is the outdoor gallery you've probably heard the most about. It started with one man and the doorway of Moon's Cafe in 2002 and has since grown to include hundreds of rotating artists and art pieces.&nbsp;</div>

Freak Alley Art Gallery

Chris Fonseca

<div>Find this mural on 13th street as you drive towards the Hyde Park neighborhood.</div>

Traces of Humanity

Bobby Gaytan

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Elmstatus

<div>Find this mural behind Cabal Architects.</div>

Alex Vega

<div>Alex Vega is the owner of Boise Creative Studio and the artist of the murals around the building. Impossible to miss when you come off the freeway into town!</div>

Boise Creative Center 

Grant Olsen

<div>Speaking of his mural "I Love You" (2006) located in downtown Boise, artist Grant Olsen says: “It’s a way to engage someone even for a brief moment and just let them know they’re okay.”</div>

I Love You

Dreyfus

Kerry Moosman

<div>Find this ceramic mural on the alley behind the Idanha Building. It is created with items from when the Idanha Building used to be a hotel and serves as a reminder of this part of Boise's past. It has since been converted into apartments with bars and restaurants below.</div>

Spirit of the Healing Waters

<div>Find this fun couple on the side of PromoShop Inc.</div>

SectorSeventeen

<div>Commissioned by Russ Stoddard in 2020, Inspiration Alley derived its name from the iconic outdoor gallery Freak Alley a few blocks away. Stoddard wanted to create a space to share the stories of inspirational activists in the hopes of inspiring others.&nbsp;<br><br>Current profiles include: Colin Kaepernick,&nbsp; Maya Moore,&nbsp; Dolores Huerta, and&nbsp; Malala Yousafzai&nbsp;</div>

Inspiration Alley

David Carmack Lewis

<div>Perhaps the biggest mural in Boise at the time of its completion, Over the Valley was a unique piece created by Portland artist, David Carmack Lewis. You'll see a chair in this mural- can you imagine yourself there?</div>

Over the Valley

Katherine Shaughnessy

<div>SNOW stands for "slightly north of Washington" because it is just north of the Washington Elementary School and is located between 15th and 16th streets. The SNOW Block was a project started by long-time North End resident Linda Whittig's and began with an interest in growing blackberries. Realizing the alley received a lot of sunshine, she and her husband brought together the neighborhood to build trellises all along the alley and it grew into a community space. To celebrate five years, this mural was created in 2020.</div>

SNOW Block

Yulia Avgustinovich

<div>In a description written by Don Day of Boise Dev:&nbsp; "The Alexa Rose Foundation helps 'uplift art appreciation and artists in the Boise Valley' and is named for Alexa Rose Howell, an artist who died in 2013. Colorado based artist Yulia Avgustinovich designed the commissioned mural, featuring flora and fauna native to Idaho."<br><br><br>The photo is a work in progress, but the mural is expected to be completed by early July.&nbsp;</div>

Alexa Rose Foundation Mural

Ward Hooper

<div>Created by Ward Hooper and area youth</div>

Shades of Gray

<div>One of four murals commissioned by the Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline, Bobby Gaytan's message is one of hope and resilience that even a bad day is just 24 hours. Keep your future alive.&nbsp;</div>

Keep Your Future Alive

<div>Gardner Company wanted to highlight a very important resource available to anyone experiencing abuse of any kind in the valley- the FACES of Hope Victim Resource Center. Sector Seventeen said the mural reads like a narrative that was inspired by the journey that FACES can help people take. Imagery is dark near the plaza, representing the isolation and hopelessness of abuse and transitions to brighter imagery as you walk towards the Basque Block and out of the plaza.&nbsp;</div>

FACES of Hope Victim Center Mural

So-Gnar Creative Division

Sivita Justice

Kelly Knopp

<div>Three artists created this mural found on the back of the Linen Building</div>

Linen Building

<div>A diverse collection of murals by a whole slew of awesome artists. It looks like it's new as of 2021 and still developing so be sure to stop and take a peek.</div>

<div>Find this behind the parking lot/patio area of The Royal and the Hyde Park coffee bar window.</div>

<div>The mural depicts the original houses that once occupied this space. The historic houses were moved to new locations and restored. In their place is an apartment structure with restaurants at ground-level.</div>

Absence & Presence

<div>The mural showcases the volcanic stone and the process Calle 75 uses to make fresh tortillas from organic corn in a process called nixtamalation before adding fresh and wholesome ingredients to create authentic Mexican cuisine. Nixtamalation might be a mouthful to say, but it's even better to eat! Stop in and you'll see:)</div>

Calle 75 Street Tacos

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Under the Bridge

Mawkaroni

<div>Painted on a garage in the Hyde Park neighborhood</div>

ISight

<div>Bobby Gaytan is a Treasure Valley native and one of Idaho's leading Latino artists. His work can be seen throughout downtown, the valley, and Idaho! Groovin' was created to share that "creativity can be for everyone" regardless of race or socioeconomic background.&nbsp;</div>

Groovin'

The Letterheads

<div>The international sign painters group created this mural to honor the connection between the Basque country and Idaho.<br><br></div>

The Basque Mural

<div>As of 2021, The Big Back Yard is one of three murals by Portland artist David Carmack Lewis that are around the Boise area. The scenery of the Treasure Valley is beautiful- so pull up a seat and take it all in.</div>

The Big Back Yard

<div>Both of these murals along the back and sides of MCU Sports were done by residents who live nearby</div>

<div>&nbsp;This mural celebrates spirit of Prost! - the German bar inside.</div>

Prost!

Floposaurus

Andy Rader

<div>The Boise Co-Op is a local supermarket with a wine and a pet shop across its parking lot. Find this mural on the back of the store.</div>

Boise Co-op Pop Art

Split Rail Winery

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<div>Find this in the alley behind Mai Thai</div>

Mai Thai

<div>This innovative garage was designed for commuters with two wheels in mind. With parking for up to 42 bicycles, the city of Boise's green initiative makes it easy to commute to work whether you have four wheels, or two.&nbsp;</div>

BikeBOI

<div>Created by local artist Dreyfus on the backside of the Idaho Youth Ranch.</div>

It's Okay to Ask for Help

<div>Find this mural between 17th and Lemp</div>

<div>One of four murals commissioned by the Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline.&nbsp;</div>

You Are Loved

Luke Zane

<div>Find this mural on the side of Re-Pop gifts- a pop culture store that really shows you that it IS better in Boise. You'll find everything from the Tardis to life-size Storm Troopers with featured pop-culture products from local artists. Luke Zane is a local graphic designer who was commissioned by the building owners.</div>

It's Better in Boise

Fred Choate

<div>Fred Choate created this mural in 2006 for the Record Exchange in celebration of their thirty years at this location. Don't just stare, stop in! The Record Exchange is chock full of music in every medium and also houses a gift shop and a cafe.&nbsp;</div>

Record Exchange 30 Year Celebration

<div>Find this on the side of Boise CrossFit&nbsp;</div>

<div>This was created for Treefort Music Fest 2020 (cancelled of course due to the pandemic).</div>

Garden of Creativity

Evanlovett

<div>This mural observes climate change from a unique perspective</div>

Bearly Afloat

<div>Find this mural just outside the Royal Cocktail Co. patio on the backside of the building. The Hyde Park neighborhood might be somewhat hidden from downtown traffic, but it's well worth checking out.</div>

<div>A discussion on censorship. See more by reading the small plaque next to the main figure:)</div>

Free Speech, Free the World

Tony Caprai

Transit

Keger1

<div>Find this mural on the alley side of Neurolux. Sector Seventeen is a group of artists who have created murals throughout downtown and the state. Featuring Bill Nye (and his classic bow tie) and Jane Goodall, this is an homage to staying inquisitive. If you're old enough (21+), pop into Neurolux- you might be in time for a great local show</div>

Science

<div>Rhodes is always an energetic place- between the zipping of wheels in the park and the thudding of cars on the interstate above, there is a constant hum of activity. The park is named after Glenn Rhodes, who came up with the idea of a dedicated skate park after downtown businesses were complaining about chasing off skaters from their properties- there simply wasn't anywhere for them to skate. He spoke with skaters on what they would like to see and got city approval in 1992 and over a 2 year period worked to pour cement, establish fencing, and coordinate construction to complete the park. The park underwent a renovation in 2017 which involved the installation of these murals.&nbsp;</div>

Rhodes Skate Park

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Goddamndrips

LaioMichels

<div>Various artists have created murals surrounding the ReStyle Thrift Shop where proceeds go to helping animals in need. You'll find these murals, tire sculptures, and other art surrounding the parking lot. Stop in and shop, or drop off food for the cause and take a look around!</div>

Restyle Animal Rescue Thrift Store Mural Project

<div>A sloth in an unidentified flying object with a cow, a laptop, and several other objects in its beam. How... a-mooo-sing:)</div>

<div>Find this mural in the alley behind Euphoria Salon and Certified Kitchen &amp; Bakery. Dani was killed by a drunk driver in 2010 and this piece was created in her memory.</div>

Dani

Jay Rasgorshek

<div>A celebration of the joys of literature. Find this on the side of the Boise Public Library. Or the LIBRARY! as locals call it.</div>

Wanderlust En Route

<div>This mural celebrates the Depot Bench and expresses a desire for everyone to live together in harmony.&nbsp;</div>

Neighbors

Leslie Dixon

Brian Schreiner

<div>A mural depicting the past, present, and future of Garden City.</div>

A Garden of Change

<div>Created in memory of soldiers who died in combat. Painted on a garage in Hyde Park neighborhood.</div>

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