Believe You Can Achieve #6
2008
This mural embodies symbols that reflect the aspirations Of the youth Of the
Goal Chaserz program, who assisted in the concepts and the execution of the
mural. They worked on quotes and helped prepare the wall, in addition to
painting flowers on the back steps, and placing their handprints on the tree
at the comer Of the mural.
The mural is centered on "The Road to Success." It blends the past with the
present, from the old "Clinton ditch, which passed directly through this site,
to current youthful activities.
Entitled "Believe You Can Achieve," the first step in the mural leads to a series
of pillars and through the "Arch Of Success."
The Doric style pillar represents Wisdom, the Ionic pillar symbolizes Strength,
and the Corinthian stands for Beauty.
Wisdom: to know what is true and right, coupled with just action. Reflection
and carefully applied judgment are sources of wisdom.
Strength: mental strength equals courage; the strength of will to do what is
right. Success demands inner strength.
Beauty: grace, charm, and excellence in thought and action - beauty provides
deep satisfaction to the mind. Beauty is paramount to success.
As we encounter and achieve these characteristics we are able to reach our
final goal and pass through the "arch Of success.
The muralists wish to extend a special "thank you" to Kyra Yon and the staff
at Goal Chaserz - without them this project could not have happened.
Corky Goss
Chip Miller
Art in Public Places 2008
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