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to help support our collaboration with artist Danielle Mailer

The 9-by-30-foot mural, to be displayed on the elevator tower of the Bantam Arts Factory, will feature a central image of a woman making pottery surrounded by references to other defining elements of Litchfield, including agriculture, the cinema and residents in the film business, the town’s bakeries, chefs and food establishments – and the signature Bantam rooster.

Each section will be painted at the Bantam Annex with Danielle with any community members ages 14 and up who want to paint it with her.

Upon completion of the painting, the sections will be coated to protect the design, assembled, and mounted on the elevator tower by local resident Matt Lauretano of the Lauretano Sign Group.

As a new organization in Litchfield, the Arts Council is proud to sponsor this ambitious public art project. We have spent months working alongside Danielle, who designed this piece in her unique style. The imagery incorporated into the design reflects both the past and present of the community we call home. It will be a memorable landmark piece for Litchfield residents and those who visit our town.

In addition to getting involved in a hands-on way, community members are invited to support the mural project with donations in any amount.

Questions about the mural project may be directed to Litchfield Arts Council chairperson Priscilla Jeffrey by email at litchfieldartscouncil@gmail.com.