Thrive Collective
This mural project at PS 123K was a vibrant, collaborative effort that brought students’ creativity and school pride to life across three walls. Inspired by student drawings and classroom themes, the mural celebrates learning, imagination, and identity; highlighting affirmations, nature, and STEAM in a colorful, engaging style. One of the central themes, “Can’t Stop, Won’t…
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marie-curie-banner marie-curie-feature Thrive Collective returned to The Marie Curie High School in the Bronx to bring a third mural program to life. This year’s theme was inspired by the school’s core values: Community, Courage, Curiosity, Commitment, and Compassion. With “community” at the heart of it all, the mural’s design blossomed from this central idea. The…
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Our design is deeply rooted in the themes provided by PS 45Q school: Diversity, Inclusivity, Welcome, Acceptance, Love, Community, and Cultures. These themes guided our classroom sessions, where students created drawings inspired by what these values meant to them. I took my primary inspiration from the students’ artwork, as well as sketches submitted by the school administration, teachers,…
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In the summer of 2025, artist Plushie returned to her elementary school alma mater to complete the final six “FUNdamentals of PS 171” murals for the school auditorium: Compassion Trust Perseverance Gratitude Eagles Magnet School The summer collection joined the spring 2025 collection: Respect Diversity Working Together Family Sharing Soar All twelve designs were painted…
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In the summer of 2025, artist Plushie returned to her elementary school alma mater to complete the final six “FUNdamentals of PS 171” murals for the school auditorium: Compassion Trust Perseverance Gratitude Eagles Magnet School The summer collection joined the spring 2025 collection: Respect Diversity Working Together Family Sharing Soar All twelve designs were painted…
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In the summer of 2025, artist Plushie returned to her elementary school alma mater to complete the final six “FUNdamentals of PS 171” murals for the school auditorium: Compassion Trust Perseverance Gratitude Eagles Magnet School The summer collection joined the spring 2025 collection: Respect Diversity Working Together Family Sharing Soar All twelve designs were painted…
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In the summer of 2025, artist Plushie returned to her elementary school alma mater to complete the final six “FUNdamentals of PS 171” murals for the school auditorium: Compassion Trust Perseverance Gratitude Eagles Magnet School The summer collection joined the spring 2025 collection: Respect Diversity Working Together Family Sharing Soar All twelve designs were painted…
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In the summer of 2025, artist Plushie returned to her elementary school alma mater to complete the final six “FUNdamentals of PS 171” murals for the school auditorium: Compassion Trust Perseverance Gratitude Eagles Magnet School The summer collection joined the spring 2025 collection: Respect Diversity Working Together Family Sharing Soar All twelve designs were painted…
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In the summer of 2025, artist Plushie returned to her elementary school alma mater to complete the final six “FUNdamentals of PS 171” murals for the school auditorium: Compassion Trust Perseverance Gratitude Eagles Magnet School The summer collection joined the spring 2025 collection: Respect Diversity Working Together Family Sharing Soar All twelve designs were painted…
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Artist Plushie returned to her elementary school alma mater to lead the “FUNdamentals of PS 171” murals for the school auditorium. This vibrant project reflects the voices and imaginations of students, brought to life through a series of classroom workshops and brainstorming sessions. Each of the six mural panels highlights one core value using student-generated…
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