"From school buildings to warehouses to freeway underpasses and beyond, Oakland's landscape is home to a rich tapestry of street art that contributes to the city's vibrancy, reflects its values, and tells the stories of the diverse communities who live here. Get tickets On Thursday, Nov. 13, from 6:30-8pm at The New Parkway Theater, our arts and community reporter Azucena Rasilla will host a conversation with three local artists who've played a key part in creating some of the city's most iconic murals."
"Burke's career as an artist is defined by a balance between teaching, studio practice, and public art. Over the past two decades, he has created impactful murals, exhibitions, and collaborative projects that bridge creativity, community engagement and cultural storytelling. He is the founder of Hungry Ghost Productions, a Bay Area mural collective dedicated to diversity, social justice and collaboration. Their ongoing Love Letter to Oakland Mural Project celebrates generations of artists, activists and leaders in the city of Oakland."
Oakland features street art across school buildings, warehouses, and freeway underpasses that contributes to city vibrancy, reflects civic values, and tells diverse community stories. A conversation on Thursday, Nov. 13, 6:30–8pm at The New Parkway Theater will bring together three local muralists to examine large-scale public artwork's role in preserving local history, honoring communities, and shaping Oakland culture. Attendees will hear a live performance by the Edna Brewer String Quartet, featuring student musicians from Edna Brewer Middle School's music program. David Burke balances teaching, studio practice, and public art, founded Hungry Ghost Productions, and leads the Love Letter to Oakland Mural Project.
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