Mural by Students of the High School for Arts and Business

About the Mural

This mural, created by students from the High School for Arts and Business, celebrates the rich cultural diversity and iconic landmarks of Queens, New York. The design process began with individual concept sketches that were later combined into a cohesive, large-scale composition. The layout follows a left-to-right progression, symbolizing the neighborhoods of Queens from West to East.

Key landmarks, such as the Unisphere, were included to reflect the borough's vibrant identity and community pride. Each section of the mural was thoughtfully assigned, with various buildings and elements distributed to span the majority of the wall space.

Digital tools including Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop were used to develop and refine the artwork. All student artists involved were certified in both programs through their Career and Technical Education (CTE) coursework. Precise measurements of the wall were taken, and digital artboards were scaled accordingly to ensure accuracy during installation.

Once the individual components were completed, they were assembled into a unified design, with each element placed in its corresponding neighborhood. The project emphasizes collaboration, digital proficiency, and creative problem solving skills that align with both academic growth and future career readiness.

Designed by:
Violet Castillo, Sophia Chen, Kevin Lin, Ryan Martinez, Kymberly Mozencahualt, David Mulligan, Hebe Shi, Joseph Luna Xilotl, Marilyn Xilotl and Arts/Work Based Learning Coordinator Allison Kuver.

Acknowledgement:
The High School for Arts and Business proudly recognizes Principal Ana Zambrano-Burakov and Assistant Principal of the Arts Stephen Goodman for their leadership and ongoing support of the school’s artistic vision. Their encouragement continues to inspire student creativity and help bring artistic projects like this mural to life.