The "Rising Sun" aka "Spread Your Light" mural is an art-based project initiated to communicate positivity and community awareness during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Nonprofit Creative Waco initiated the #WACOSAFE challenge. The mural expresses meditative and African symbolism to communicate further the connection between humanity, health, and nature. Thomas reflects on how isolation can serve as a way to navigate alternative health strategies in the Black community while safely practicing COVID restrictions and guidelines. It is essential to note that the majority of this neighborhood's demographic is African-American.
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