This series is created by Ian the Painter, a muralist known for his deeply rooted, archival-style community murals and decades-long career traveling across the United States to uplift communities through public art. His work often highlights stories of historical significance, social justice, and regional identity through a visually striking and thoughtful aesthetic.
These photorealistic, black-and-white murals will pay tribute to:
- David Berkley (2026)
- Jeroen Gerrese (2026)
- Leon Sobon (2026)
- Reda Bellarbi-Salah (2026)
We would like to thank our incredible sponsors, without who this project would never have been done:
- The families of: David Berkeley, Jeroen Gerrese, Leon Sobon, and Reda Bellarbi-Salah (2026)
- Patrick Kennedy
- Sheraton Grand Hotel
- Sacramento Hotel Association
- Downtown Sac
- SkyLine Scaffold, Inc.
- Visions Quality Coatings
- RainGuard