Interstate Pier Murals Coming Together Quickly

“People that walk by we tell them the stories of each of our pillars and they love the history and they love the work,” said Jeff Pierson, one of the pier artists. “They think it’s a great addition to their community and so we’re honored to be a part of that to to own a little color out their in the community.”

A good time maybe, but it hasn’t been without it’s challenges. “The circular format seemed like it was going to be quite a challenge,” said artist Charles Hamilton, “At first it was, ‘how do I do that?”

Pierson added, “The greatest challenge the heat and humidity. The humidity has played a huge role in trying to get these murals finished. Obviously we’re out here in the heat everyday and we’re getting used to the interstate noise, though we like it, it’s kinda a nice ambiance after a while.”

Hamilton agreed. “The heat’s been interesting, but I knew it would be hot,” he said.

While the aim of the painted pillars is to give back to the community, the artists themselves said they’ve been enriched by working with each other. “Most of us haven’t worked together,” said Pierson. “And this has been great for us to come out and be together as artists.”

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