Artist: Jonathan Martinez Sanctuary, 2021 Location: North West corner of N. Main St. and W. 3rd St. intersection Jonathan Martinez puts his art to work raising awareness of endangered animals and sparking a love of art and nature in inner-city kids. He has partnered with the National Wildlife Federation on its #SaveLACougars campaign, and his … Continued
Artist: Roger Eyes R. Life in the Golden City, 2015 Restored in 2021 Location: South West corner of N. Main St. and W. 4th St. intersection Roger Eyes R. is a multidisciplinary artist who creates wherever he is, always, and believes “inspiration closely follows expression and creativity.” Raised in Santa Ana, CA, his diverse art … Continued
Artist: Brennan Roach Philip K. Dick in Santa Ana, 2021 Location: South East corner of N. Main St. and E. Civic Center Dr. intersection Brennan Roach’s utility box design commemorates Philip K. Dick, the most influential writer to call Santa Ana home. Philip K. Dick’s science-fiction stories formed the basis for many major films, including … Continued
Artists: Davis Elementary School staff and students Restored by artist Kathryn Forrest in 2021 Location: South East corner of N. Main St. and E. Washington Ave. intersection The City of Santa Ana collaborated with 6 schools from the Santa Ana Unified School District to participate in the Utility Box Art Program. Each box was painted by faculty … Continued
Artist: Crisselle Mendiola Sunflower Power, 2021 Location: Flower and Alton (inside Lillie King Park) Crisselle Mendiola’s Sunflower Power was inspired by the idea of growth. The idea of growth through flowers and nature is a recurring theme in Mendiola’s work. She continues this theme for the utility box to acknowledge the city’s role in her … Continued
