The old adage, one [man's] trash is another [man]'s treasure, has become a personal theme for me. The rustier, the better! I was ever so flattered when a friend bestowed upon me a holiday gift of an old brass keyring with old-fashioned keys--he'd found it while he was "alley-Hooking" and thought of me!
Mission Creek Mosaic Mural - Mosaic design and fabrication by Lillian Sizemore and Laurel True
Mural funded by the Potrero Nuevo Fund, administered by New Langton Arts. The mural is located at the site of the 1860s bridge, and is one of a series of environmental educational markers along the historic Mission Creek right-of-way, produced by the Madrina Group.
The True Mosaics Studio, Laurel True's website, has additional photos.
"The majestic dragons above the clouds usher in good luck and harmony.
This Gateway and the Chinatown skyline reflect the community' prosperity.
We came from far away--crossing the ocean to seek our dreams;
Together we have worked to create our new homeland.
Hundred years of success were brought about by our forefathers;
Continual prosperity relies on our children from generation to generation.
Blue skies and blooming flowers can be seen everywhere;
But these roots in Chinatown are forever the heart of our family."
The day I visited, the blue skies were, in fact, rather grey.
In traditional Chinese culture seeing a dragon is a blessing. Here he is chasing a fireball, which represents the raw power and energy of the universe.
"These murals became reality because our Principal, Sam Rodriguez (arrow pointing to portrait on right) wanted this school to be the most beautiful school in the world."
