Worcester Public Market
Worcester, MA // 2020-present
Murals designed & produced by Ryan Gardell
Special thanks to Allen Fletcher & Domenic Mercurio
#1. “Abundance”
Abundance, now the logo of the Worcester Public Market, was the first mural in 2020 to be added to this open food court style layout of rotating vendors, restaurants, shops and a brewery.
The mural was an extra challenge, having to paint on a garage door made of steel with virtually no flat surfaces.
#2. “The Market”
The Market, a mural painted in 2020, lines the walls near Pasta Mani, the Italian restaurant. This was our ode to the old school butcher shop, equipped with assorted knives, hanging meats, big bags of produce, a good old butcher’s block, and lots and lots of pasta. Thanks to Ivy Orth for assisting with this artwork.
#3. “Atlantis”
For a short time, WPM was home to its very own oyster bar, Atlantis, and this destination wouldn’t have been complete without a deep dive into the mythical city itself. Assisted by Artifakt’s own Audrey Tesserot, this mural tells a story in three parts.
The entrance to the ancient city that once was, the fallen ruins left behind, and the hope for a utopian future are all encompassed in this contained space. Told from left to right, you can watch the evolution between the many mirrors and bites of delicious local oysters.
#4. Splashes of Color
WPM // 2020-2021
Throughout the Woo Market you can find depictions of goodies and themes here and there on the walls, bringing to life the culinary experience you’re probably about to have.
#5. “The Burger Bah” Signage
WPM // 2020
The Burger Bah couldn’t be complete without a layered wooden pop out signage to bring the juicy goodness to life and draw patrons in for a big one… medium-rare, extra pickles.
#6. Tapa Vino
