Location Layers: Utility box art

Back into History

Artist: Alberto Donjuan Back into History, 2016 Restored 2021 Location: North West corner of N. Bristol St. and W. 1st St. intersection Alberto Donjuan’s intent in this utility box design was to “demonstrate that not too long ago the place in which we stand used to be nothing but dirt and cattle. With the dedication … Continued

Parrots of Santa Ana

Artist: Melissa Murphy Parrots of Santa Ana , 2021 Location: South East corner of N. Bristol St. and W. Civic Center Dr. intersection Melissa Murphy’s Parrots of Santa Ana represents the “vibrant wild life of the parrots in the city and the monumental Santa Ana water tower.” The hand-painted design features bright colors and the artist’s … Continued

Selfies 2

Artist: Darren Hostetter Selfies 2, 2021  Location: South West corner of N. Bristol St. and W. Washington Ave intersection Darren Hostetter’s utility box design takes imagery from a series of paintings and murals the artist began in 2013, which deal with media technology, surveillance, and the end of privacy. Hostetter work is “one-part paranoia and … Continued

Santa Ana College Centennial

Artists: Darren Hostetter & SAC Mural Team Santa Ana College Centennial, 2016 Restored 2021 Location: North West Corner of N. Bristol St. and W. 17th St. intersection Darren Hostetter and SAC Mural Team’s utility box celebrates the 100th birthday of the Santa Ana College campus. Hostetter and the team hope that the mural will bring … Continued

Coatlicue, Births the Moon and Stars; Coyolxauhqui

Artist: Briyanna Negrette Coatlicue, Births the Moon and Starts; Coyolxauhqui, 2021 Location: South East corner of N. Bristol St. and W. 19th St. intersection Briyana Negrette’s Coatlicue, Births the Moon and Stars; Coyolxauhqui “depicts the creation of the moon and cosmic energies,” and is drawn from the original image of Coatlicue Labor Birth. As the … Continued

Funky Town

Artist: Emily Meraz Funky Town, 2021 Location: North East corner of N. Bristol St. and W. Santa Clara Ave. intersection “My utility box design is a bright and fun piece that’s meant to take your eyes and mind on a little adventure. It brings urban vibes and resembles a city in its own abstract way. … Continued

Everything is Beautiful

Artist: Dino Perez Everything is Beautiful, 2015  Restored 2021 Location: South West corner of N. Bush St. and E. 4th St intersection

E-Koi System

Artist: Eddie De La Barca E-Koi System, 2015 Restored 2021 Location: North West corner of N. Broadway and W. 3rd St. intersection

Esto no es un retrato

Artist: Federico Medina Esto no es un retrato, 2015. Restored 2021 Location: North West corner of N. Broadway St. and W. 4th St. intersection

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