Overview: Before, During, and After BEFORE Owen B. Augspurger Parking Ramp at 233 Franklin Street              Photo source:   Buffalo Rising, August 7, 2023 DURING August 9, 2023 photo DURING Casey Milbrand                                August 9, 2023 photo     FINISHED            Looking north toward Chippewa                  September 20024 photo FINISHED                     Looking south towards Huron                      September 20024 photo

Details and Interpretation See Interpretations below "A bold fire engine red heel breaks through the ice of the canopy over theentrance to the parking garage." "Underneath the high heel is a doorway that is a perfect place for a photo opportunity." "The word 'The' appears to be breaking apart like the ice of the lake." "A lightning bolt strikes the letter Q which is inspired by the City of Buffalo flag." "The letter U is inspired by stained glass windows seen in  Buffalo homes. The Lake Queen's tears fall into the letter 'U' which represents the bulbs the Queen has frozen for the winter.  The bulbs push up through the letter 'U' and are just about to emerge through the frozen ground." "The Lake Queen's colorful heart-shaped face emerge from  the letters 'EE.' With reflections of her spring bulbs in her eyes, she keeps looking towards her crown." See Interpretation below Casey Milbrand

Mural Goals, Concept and Design Buffalo Rising, September 6, 2022

Partial reprint Buffalo Rising, August 7, 2023

Footnote:  Flag of Buffalo Source: Internet Note lightning bolts