West Virginia Executive Winter 2021 February 2021 | Page 124

Princeton
Photo by Mercer County CVB .
AMANDA LARCH
West Virginia is full of natural beauty , from its mountains and rivers to its lakes and hollows , but another aspect of the state ’ s beauty lies in its art , history and culture . As social media inspires many aspects of our daily lives , West Virginia Executive wanted to highlight just how Instagram-worthy the Mountain State is with a showcase of its murals . Traveling to West Virginia ’ s towns and cities and capturing the perfect photo to post can be a fun , safe and socially distant activity that exposes visitors and natives alike to the regional art scene . The state boasts more than a few hidden gems in the form of gorgeous murals depicting history and daily life and celebrating what it means to be Almost Heaven .
This vibrant mural is part of the “ Monsters ” series by artist Patch Whiskey .
Charleston
Falling Waters
Photo by Charleston CVB .
This West Side Gateway Mural was completed by Dan Toro and is located at Gardner ’ s Cleaners at the corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and Washington Street West .
Weston
Photo by Martinsburg-Berkeley County CVB . Photo by Lewis County CVB .
“ The Lonesome Touch ” mural was created by William Cochran and is located at The Market House at Queen and Burke streets .
This mural , painted on the side of the West Virginia Museum of American Glass , was designed by artist Jesse Corlis .
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