The Garden of Delight can be found at 203 S. Sartain Street, in Philadelphia.
An empty lot full of chunks of concrete became a community garden and work of art, transforming the entire neighborhood.
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Artist David Quinn, "I love watercolor painting and wanted this have a flowing fantasy-like effect." |
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Brush strokes close-up |
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Both garden plots and mural were inspiring. |
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I love the idea of neighbors in a big city, getting together to grow food,
enjoy gardening and create a spot of beauty in their city. |
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"Murals are nourishing to the neighborhood." |
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And, oh by the way, the city doesn't want you diving in their pools. ;-) |
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These pictures are beautiful. I love that close up shot of the brush strokes.
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