The writing is on the wall in Charlottesville, in the best way. From Belmont to Barracks and from the Corner to the Downtown Mall, murals have been woven into the fabric of the City, blurring the line between public space and personal expression. Each piece invites passersbys to pause, to look closer and to see their home a little differently.
Artist Christy Baker began her journey with murals growing up here in Charlottesville, where she returned after attaining her BFA in New York City. In 2020, Baker founded the artistic painting and design studio greenyellowblue as an avenue to pursue her passion in murals and other large-scale public artwork.
“Anytime attention is paid to an environment in which people interact, there is the possibility for deeper connection to that place, and therefore to their community at large,” Baker said…