Seasons

Seasons by artist Shawn Theodore is one of three murals along Ridge Avenue (between French and Diamond Streets) in the Strawberry Mansion neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This series of murals were developed in collaboration with the local community and are designed to reflect the neighborhood. Artists Gabe Tiberino, Shawn Theodore, and Destiny Palmer worked with residents to learn the history of the area and create their interpretation of what was important to those who live there.

Shawn Theodore’s Artist Statement:

“I used a photo of someone from the neighborhood and built around that, showing the cyclical nature of seasonal change and showcasing black beauty as a constant in that change. I love this neighborhood because it’s where I started my street photography career. So much work that’s in my catalogue and in my heart is from here. I’m not from this neighborhood, but I wanted to give back because it has given me so much.”

Location Note: Mural no longer on view at this location (temporary project removed 2/2024).