Hope Blossoms

This mural, entitled Hope Blossoms, was funded by ruOK Berks, and sought to bring a message of hope and support to all and especially those struggling with mental health and depression. The mural was painted by hundreds of people through community painting events hosted by many community organizations.

Location

Mosaic House
(rear wall facing Cherry Street)

525 Franklin Street
Reading, PA 19602 USA

Project Support

Sponsor:
ruOK Berks

Mural Designer:
Gregory Didyoung

Mural Coordinator:
Michael L. Miller

Project Completion

2021

Painting Partners

Berks Suicide Prevention Task Force
Science Reserch Institute at Albright College
Schuylkill Valley School District Art Club
Wyomissing Area School District Aviidum Club and Service Club
Drexel University/Tower Health College of Medicine
The Highlands at Wyomissing
Pennsylvania Counseling Services
Penn State Berks
Penn Street Farmers' Market
Reading Hospital Emergency Medicine Residents
Threshold Rehabilitation Services
Hope Springs Clubhouse
Hopeful Minds

Thanks to mural artist Gregory Didyoung

for producing this fantastic timelapse video that documents the project's installation.

About the Project

This mural, entitled Hope Blossoms, was sponsored by ruOK Berks, the Suicide Prevention Task Force. The task force met with lead artist Greg Didyoung to develop an uplifting image of hope to bring attention to the importance of mental health. The mural was painted by hundreds of people through community painting events hosted by many community organizations.

Augmented Reality and Lighting

In the Fall of 2023, the addition of lighting to the mural allows viewers to appreciate the artwork at night. Also, through Bloom Immersive, viewers can access an augmented reality element embedded in the mural. QR labels on the street light posts in front of the mural will give access to a digital device.

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