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Imperial Valley Public Arts is a community-driven arts organization based in the heart of the Imperial Valley, California. Founded to celebrate and uplift the creative voices of our region, we connect local artists, residents, and organizations to create powerful public art experiences that spark connection and transform our shared spaces.
Our mission is simple: to support and empower artistic expression, foster community collaboration, and showcase the unique culture and talent that make the Imperial Valley so vibrant. From murals that beautify our towns to collaborative projects that reflect our stories, we believe art brings us together—and the city is our museum.
Explore, be inspired, and imagine with us!
We did it!
2026
Furthering our cause is the most important goal of our organization. We are here to support and empower urban artists by seeking out public spaces that can be available to them. We connect local talent with Imperial Valley organizations/entrepreneurs/property owners to help beautify our towns with meaning. Our success isn’t measured in terms of wealth or profit margin, but by the sense of belonging that we reinforce to the communities of the
Imperial Valley.
![Five Facts About Murals
01 Murals date back to prehistoric times. The earliest known murals are found in the Chauvet Cave in France, dating back over 30,000 years.
02 Murals can be found worldwide. From the frescoes of ancient Rome to modern street art in cities like New York and Berlin, murals are a global phenomenon.
03 Murals often tell stories. Many murals depict historical events, myths, or everyday life, serving as visual narratives for communities.
04 Murals can be temporary or permanent. Some murals are designed to last for centuries, while others are meant to be temporary installations.
05 Murals can be created using various techniques. Artists use methods like fresco, mosaic, graffiti, and digital projection to create murals.
#MuralArt
#PublicArt
#ArtForChange
#ArtMatters
Image source: "Image of a Banksy Mural." Artsper Magazine, 12 July 2015, blog.artsper.com. Accessed 8 Mar. 2025.
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![#graffitiartists
#mastersofpublicart
#thecityisourmuseum
Graffiti artists - transforming abandoned spaces into masterpieces since ancient history!
Fun fact:
Markings have been found in ancient Roman ruins, in the remains of the Mayan city of Tikal in Central America, on rocks in Spain dating to the 16th century, and in medieval English churches.
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#freeart
#arteducation
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#transformingspaces
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