Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Recently Mr.Couple and I visited Alton , a nearby town to see the mural that is being painted on the side of a building . Alton is the town where we both were born and raised, then we moved to a smaller town in the 70's and have lived there ever since. The mural depicts the town, resting on the banks of the Mississippi.. Settled in the 1800's it has been a town of industries which are  now almost gone. Mr.Couple worked at the Steel Mill for almost 40 years, it closed and now there is a small mill in operation.The mural is finished now and has been dedicated, the artists did a beautiful rendition.One day soon I will go and take a finished picture of the vision.........
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8 comments:

  1. Jean M. :)September 21, 2010 at 9:29 AM

    What a beautiful mural... It is great there are people who can paint wonderful pictures... Thanks for sharring... :)

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  2. CreateologySeptember 21, 2010 at 3:46 PM

    I just love murals painted on the walls of buildings to show the history of the area. Thank you for sharing. Happy memories...

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  3. Bearly SaneSeptember 22, 2010 at 5:05 AM

    Maggey that's a beautiful mural ... I love paddle steamers. We have a few left up on the Murray River and whenever we can get away, we love to go to Echuca and enjoy lunch on the Emmy Lou.
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    Warmest Hugs,
    Sandi @ Bearly Sane

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  4. CandaceSeptember 26, 2010 at 5:44 PM

    It's beautiful and so meaningful and a part of your heritage. I'd like to see the finished picture that you take.

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  5. Nat PalaskasSeptember 28, 2010 at 7:47 AM

    It's a real piece of art. They did a great job. I love murals and always stop when I see one - thanks for sharing - Hugs Nat

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  6. Cubby House CraftsOctober 2, 2010 at 4:32 PM

    Such a beautiful mural!
    Lisa ʚϊɞ

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  7. OliviaOctober 9, 2010 at 7:50 AM

    Oh wow! This is really pretty!
    Hugs,
    Olivia

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  8. JennyOctober 10, 2010 at 6:56 PM

    What a beautiful mural. There are so many talented people in the world.

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So glad you stopped by, I appreciate all your comments..

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