Utility boxes, reimagined 🎨✨ Have you spotted the new murals along your METRORail commute?
We’ve partnered with local artists to create murals on utility boxes across our system. 🚇
These pieces serve as a reminder to slow down and notice the beauty in your everyday route.
🎨 Mini Murals Artist Open Call - Now Open!
UP Art Studio is now accepting applications from Houston-based artists for the Mini Murals Artist Registry. This is your chance to help transform Houston’s streetscape through civic art.
🗓 Application Deadline: April 30
📣 Notification Date: June 30
Selected artists may be considered for Mini Murals commissions throughout the year. Acceptance into the registry does not guarantee a commission but is required for eligibility.
💻 Optional Information Sessions + Q&A (via Zoom)
(Not mandatory)
Session 1 - March 31 at 12 PM (CT) - new date!
Meeting ID: 873 1636 7036
Passcode: 197539
Session 2 - March 31 at 6 PM (CT) - new date!
Meeting ID: 824 3482 5834
Passcode: 715815
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❓ Questions? Email [email protected] (no phone calls, please)
🔗 Apply now - link in bio
#ArtistOpenCall #CallForArtists #HoustonArtists #PublicArtHouston #UPArtStudio
I was thrilled to complete a shoot for @upartstudio tonight of this incredible mural by @dreadpaints ! Can’t wait to see how you use all of the shots! #houstonart #astronaut #spacecity #nasa #murals
“Turning everyday corners into little pieces of Houston. 🌼🏙️✨
A skyline surrounded by blooms, bringing color and life to the streets one box at a time.”
📍 Location : Westheimer Rd @ Dunlavy St
🎨 Artist : @blanco_arte
📈 Sponsored by : @ellencohenhou@abbiekamin District C
🗂️ Managed by : @upartstudio@minimurals
🗓️ Year : 2022
#upartstudio #explore #minimurals #artist
All aboard for a colorful ride through the city! 🚆🌆 This vibrant mural brings together Houston’s skyline and a touch of old-school charm. Street art that moves you—literally and figuratively. 🎨
📍 Location : Aldine Westfield @ Hopper Lane
🎨 Artist : Amol Saraf
📈 Sponsored by : @eastaldinedistrict
🗂️ Managed by : @upartstudio@minimurals
🗓️ Year : 2021
#upartstudio #explore #minimurals #artist
Bringing the ocean to the streets 🌊🎨
Where everyday infrastructure turns into a canvas, and marine life comes alive in the middle of the city. 🐟✨
📍 Location : South Post Oak @ Heatherbrook
🎨 Artist : @anatronen1971
📈 Sponsored by : #TIRZ9
🗂️ Managed by : @upartstudio@minimurals
🗓️ Year : 2021
#upartstudio #explore #minimurals #artist
Rooted in creativity, growing with purpose 🌎🎨
These murals are our love letter to the Earth—reminding us that every wall can tell a story of nature, renewal, and respect. 🌱✨
Happy Earth Day—let’s protect what inspires us.
📍 Location : Chimney Rock & Burdine
🎨 Artist : @carolinasart_
📈 Sponsored by : #westburycivicassociation
🗂️ Managed by : @upartstudio@minimurals
🗓️ Year : 2024
#upartstudio #explore #minimurals artist
“Nature is not a place to visit, it is home.” 🌞🌷🦋 - Gary Snyder
📍 Location: SH-288 @ Reed Rd
🎨 Artist: @doughiserz00
📈 Sponsored by: #TIRZ26 #Sunnyside
🗂️ Managed by: @upartstudio@minimurals
🗓️ Year: 2025
#upartstudio #explore #minimurals artist
For this year’s Houston Art Car Parade, I teamed up with @upartstudio and @mi.costenita to create a design drawing from the themes of Día de los Muertos.
Up Art Studio continues to be a staple of the parade, collaborating with new artists each year, and I’m grateful to have been part of this year’s showcase. We’re also proud to share that our entry earned 2nd place in the Painted Car category
As always, a big thank you to Mi Costenita for supporting art culture and investing in our community’s celebrations.
Bring the spirit world to life 🌼💀✨
This art car celebrates Día de los Muertos through vibrant marigolds, sugar skull details, and colorful symbolism honoring loved ones who have passed. Every detail reflects memory, culture, and celebration all in one moving piece of art.
Where memories bloom and spirits are never forgotten 🎶🕯️
🎨 Artist: @jlopez627_
🏭 Produced by: @upartstudio 🗓️ Year : 2026
#DiaDeLosMuertos #ArtCar #HoustonArt #CulturalArt #upartstudio
Rising strong, rooted in community 🌸🔥
This art car represents the Avalos P-TECH School —a phoenix emerging from concrete and the blooming flowers, symbolizing growth, resilience, and new beginnings.
From every petal to every detail, it tells a story of transformation and pride 🌿✨
🎨 Artists: @in_zo
🤝 Sponsored by: @eastaldinedistrict
🗂️ Produced by: @upartstudio
🗓️Year : 2026
#EastAldine #ArtCar #PhoenixRising #CommunityStrong #HoustonArt
Rolling through the streets with spirit and color 💀🌼✨
This art car is a tribute to Día de los Muertos—honoring memories, celebrating life, and keeping traditions alive through vibrant skulls, flowers, and culture on wheels.
Every detail tells a story, every color holds meaning 🕯️🌺
🗂️ Produced by: @upartstudio
🧑🎨 Artist : @clear
🗓️ Year : 2026
#DiaDeLosMuertos #ArtCar #HoustonArt #Cultura #upartstudio
