Community Rejuvenation Project’s Latest Mural Urges Commuters, Consumers to “Decolonize”
The message of Decolonization meets the people.
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Featured Artist: Lavie Raven
Over the past weekend, Community Rejuvenation Project was blessed to collaborate again with Lavie Raven, a master aerosol writer from Chicago. One of the fastest and most efficient writers that we’ve encountered. Raven is also an innovator in the world of Hip-Hop Education. A Co-Founder and Director of the University of Hip-Hop, Raven has been teaching youth the techniques of aerosol painting for 20 years. CRP founder, Desi W.O.M.E, was one of his students beginning in 1993. The University…
Striking with Art: Underground Resistance surfaces in Ghost Town
In solidarity with the Oakland General Strike and the Liberate Oakland Movement, the Community Rejuvenation Project is proud to present our latest mural, “Sprouted Prayers: Underground Resistance.” The project reflects the prayers of our ancestors manifesting in our placement in the struggle today.
CRP Teams with People’s Grocery for MLK Day of Service
As part of an ongoing partnership between People’s Grocery and the Community Rejuvenation Project, CRP artists Mike Threesixty and Desi W.O.M.E were commissioned to create four new portraits at the People’s Garden at California Hotel, as part of their MLK Day of Service.
Engagement
CRP consults and advises with neighborhood groups, non-profit organizations and community partners, and develops recommendations on abatement policy and cultural arts programming for city governments and urban planners. Learn about our Consulting & Policy Services
Inspiration
CRP’s Adopt-a-Wall program helps city dwellers establish a physical connection to their environment and boosts civic pride.
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Education
CRP teaches youth mural painting and graphic design skills while integrating traditional and historical cultural practices into its work.
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Collaboration
CRP furthers youth development through on-site creative experiences which promote neighborhood beautification, violence reduction, and social and cultural awareness.
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Celebration
CRP block parties combine art with music, food, and fun for neighborhood residents and youth.
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Rejuvenation
CRP’s vibrant murals reduce blight and promote positive self-esteem and artistic expression among neighborhood residents.
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