Santa Rosa’s Storytelling Walls: A Journey Through the City’s Murals
In Santa Rosa, the walls speak. They whisper stories of resilience, splash color into everyday life, and turn street corners into open-air galleries. From the bold statements of political and social commentary to whimsical tributes to friendship and community, these murals are an expression of our community.
Art as a Battleground
In Roseland, “Battle of Good versus Evil” turns a wrestling match into a metaphor for the fight between light and darkness. An indigenous woman squares off against a towering Lucha Libre figure, rooted in a location long known for gatherings, protests, and celebrations.
A Canvas for Community
The SOFA arts district hums with creativity. In its Art Alley, Daniel Doughty and Nick Jensen’s manga-inspired mural shares wall space with Mario Uribe’s striking recreation of Picasso’s Guernica. Step into Juilliard Park and you’ll find Bud Snow’s mandala blooming from an abandoned fountain—a kaleidoscope of mythological creatures inviting reflection on joy, love, and connection.
Murals with a Mission
Some works honor lives and histories that shape the city. Snow’s towering Laura Kelly Memorial graces the back of the Roxy Theater. Uribe’s Healing Mural in Roseland remembers Andy Lopez while blending images of Mexican-American culture. Blanca Molina’s Vivir y Disfrutar bursts with Peruvian color outside Sazón Restaurant, while her newer works—from HenHouse Brewing to Tía María bakery—continue to infuse local spaces with warmth and humor.
Celebrating Culture and Creativity
From Maria de Los Angeles’ large-scale community collaborations at the Luther Burbank Center to The Velvet Bandit’s vibrant affirmations at the Anova School, Santa Rosa’s murals keep evolving—mirroring the city’s own growth.
