Artists: Brady Black & Myron Curry (Brady website, Brady Instagram ; Myron website, Myron Instragram)
Location: Alley between 2nd and 3rd at Bell
Mural Description 
(click to listen to the description)
Some of the best art happens when two people who barely know each other decide to have a conversation — and then let that conversation play out on a wall. The gorilla-and-girl mural by Brady Black and Myron Curry is exactly that kind of work.
Brady and Myron hadn’t worked together before this project, and hardly knew each other when they started. What emerged from their collaboration was a playful, charged visual dialogue: a girl leaning in to whisper something into a gorilla’s ear, and the gorilla’s face caught in an expression that could be excitement, could be anger — you genuinely can’t tell. That ambiguity is entirely intentional, and entirely the point.
The two artists brought contrasting instincts to the wall. Myron wanted something with an edge — aggressive, confrontational. Brady pushed toward something more suggestive and open. The whispering girl and the uncertain gorilla are the meeting point of those two impulses, and the tension between them is what makes the piece so difficult to look away from.
The mural also existed as part of a wider dialogue: characters from a gallery show the two artists had done together kept echoing and evolving here, like a game of visual telephone rolling down the street. Look carefully around the corner near where a dumpster fire later caused damage — since repaired by Myron — and you’ll find a small hidden rat, a sly footnote to the whole conversation.
Artist Statement (click to listen to the description)
Myron Curry bio from Belltown Mural Festival:
Myron Curry is a versatile artist, creating captivating artworks blending realism with vibrant colors, transcending mere visuals. His mission extends beyond beauty, aiming to inspire and empower communities through impactful cultural art. As a public art artist, Myron’s murals beautify public spaces, symbolizing community identity and unity while giving voice to marginalized groups. His art reflects diverse experiences, serving as a testament to arts power to transform communities. Curry’s artworks invite introspection, resonating on a profound level, sparking conversations that transcend language barriers. Experience Curry’s soulful allure and profound characters, adding a touch of magic to your world.
Brady Black bio from Belltown Mural Festival:
Brady is a mural artist specializing in public art and the creation of “Community Murals”. His passion is empowering the community to be able to change their space with beauty they created with their own hands. Born and raised in Texas, his artistic journey took shape on the vibrant streets of Beirut, Lebanon, where he witnessed firsthand the transformative power of art in uniting communities. Brady murals and installations can be seen in Iraqi, Lebanon, Mexico, and in communities across the United States.
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