William Sutherland's photos with the keyword: Urban Art

Mott, the Abolitionist by Kathrina Garcia Rupit, Larchmont, NY. Kathrina Garcia Rupit (a.k.a. KinMx) is a world renown artist (born in Tulum, Mexico) who presently resides in Dublin, Ireland. Her wall art is featured in numerous countries. This work of art was created in 2018 to honor James Mott (1788-1868), a well-known abolitionist who resided at 2137 Boston Post Road in Larchmont, NY as well as the freeing of slaves through the underground railroad, Emancipation Proclamation (1 January 1863) by President Abraham Lincoln and the great sacrifices made during the U.S. Civil War (1861-1865). Juneteenth named a federal holiday in the USA in 2021 marks the freeing of the last slaves when Union soldiers arrived to Galveston Bay, Texas on 19 June 1865 and Major General Gordon Granger (1821-1876) proclaimed, "The people of Texas are informed... all slaves are free!"

Newark, NJ With this being Mother's Day weekend and Newark, NJ having some of the highest crime rates especially with violent crimes, I thought the themes were fitting. May love prevail so there's no more senseless deaths and needless mourning especially among mothers who lose their children way too soon.

Bronx, NY I will forgive their Iniquity – and their sin Remember no more. Peace be upon all From that momentous day he Was raised back to life. Having risen from The dead, he has made us born a new creation. The thorns and the cross Expressions of God’s love Bring life eternal. Note: Haiku verses 1-3 are based on Yirmiyahu/Jeremiah 31:33 [Torah], haiku verses 4-6 are inspired by Maryam 19:33 [Qu’ran] and haiku verses 3-9 are based on 1 Peter 1:3.

Los Angeles, CA Note: The below photos were also taken in Los Angeles, CA on 6 February 2024:

Los Angeles, CA Los Angeles, CA – 6 February 2024

Abandoned Building, E. 4th Street, Cleveland, Ohio Lonely and abandoned, In the twilight of its life, The shuttered building stands, Its thriving past a faded memory. Yet it dares hope with painted vibrance for an extended lifeline; and for as long as it stands, It dreams of rebirth and renewal. © 2023 – William Sutherland