Have You Seen the Beach Mural?
The Town's new beach mural, a modern adaptation of an 1886 work, Georges Suerat's "Sunday Afternoon in the Park on the island of La Grand Jatte." (In French, Un Diamanche a La Grande Jatte) The drawing was done by resident Robin Schick and with help from passers-by on the Boardwalk, the Colonial Beach Artist Guild, Rankin's True Value, Papa John's Pizza, Colonial Beach Yacht Center, Thor Gallery, Wide River Gallery, and The Bonus Room, the beach mural came to life and is a colorful addition to the waterfront area. While the inspiration piece depicts people enjoying the day in Victorian dresses, this beach mural shows swimsuits. Bonnets became sunhats, canes turned into fishing poles and parasols are beach umbrellas. While two dogs appear in the painting, please note that dogs are only allowed on the beach area between October and March, and they must be kept on a leash. This work of art spans the entire length of the "Throne Zone" building which houses the restrooms. In between the two restroom doors, you'll notice a steamboat drawing done by local artist Andrea Clement. Return from Beach Mural to Things To Do & See |
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