Mural Project for Western Avenue

[BDP]

Statement from Jennifer Hutchings, Alotta Action Advertising

It came as news to me that the northern wall of the property I have leased at 4616 N. Western had been painted red. I was aware that the front of the building was being painted red and the roof black, and had discussed this work with my landlord. The painting of the northern wall caught me by surprise, as did the phone call I received about it from the media.

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Plans are underway to paint a new image on the building, and we will begin that process by applying for appropriate permits and submitting our design for approval. When it is time to paint, our intention is to reach out to high school art clubs in the neighborhood and give some young artists an opportunity to work on a piece of public art.

Sincerely,
Jen Hutchings

Does it seem odd to anyone else that it was a "surprise" to her, but she already has a "plans underway" to replace it and how?

Also, did they not have to apply for the permits and design review to paint it all red in the first place?

[Pete]

The area of town does not fall within any design review committee.

Mural plans have to go through an approval process because it's art and very similar to a sign, but that's a city-wide thing.

A huge part of OKC does not require any review of changes to external elements, other than signs.

[BDP]

The area of town does not fall within any design review committee.

Mural plans have to go through an approval process because it's art and very similar to a sign, but that's a city-wide thing.

A huge part of OKC does not require any review of changes to external elements, other than signs.

Thanks. I assumed that western ave would be an area with a design review committee. Interesting.

[d-usa]

So approval is needed to paint the mural/sign, but not to remove it?

[hoya]

Does it seem odd to anyone else that it was a "surprise" to her, but she already has a "plans underway" to replace it and how?

Yeah, that is because she's lying.

[TheTravellers]

Does it seem odd to anyone else that it was a "surprise" to her, but she already has a "plans underway" to replace it and how?

Also, did they not have to apply for the permits and design review to paint it all red in the first place?

Her statement seems to indicate it was *not* a surprise to her, as hoya said:

“That mural was ugly, and we are going to put a new mural on it,” Hutchings said by phone Monday.

[Bellaboo]

Statement from Jennifer Hutchings, Alotta Action Advertising

It came as news to me that the northern wall of the property I have leased at 4616 N. Western had been painted red. I was aware that the front of the building was being painted red and the roof black, and had discussed this work with my landlord. The painting of the northern wall caught me by surprise, as did the phone call I received about it from the media.

My business, Alotta Action Advertising, has been located in the historic Paseo Arts District for the past six years. When it was time for me to expand, I chose an area with a similar, artsy vibe. I’ve supported the arts for years and will continue to do so. My appreciation for the arts and my respect for artists run deep.

As I mentioned, my business is advertising. It turns out, though, that I may not always be the best PR person, and I certainly was not in this instance. I tend to voice my opinions honestly and say what I think in the moment. I am truly sorry I referred to Mr. Palmer’s mural as ugly. It wasn’t my taste, and I realize now that that was not the point.

Plans are underway to paint a new image on the building, and we will begin that process by applying for appropriate permits and submitting our design for approval. When it is time to paint, our intention is to reach out to high school art clubs in the neighborhood and give some young artists an opportunity to work on a piece of public art.

Sincerely,
Jen Hutchings

Trading an international acclaimed artist for high school art clubs.....SMDH

[d-usa]

I'm sure the price is very compelling for her.

[thehammer]

The permit process for Alotta Action's mural project must be grueling. It's been over two years since it was announced and the wall is still bright red. At least the wall is usually covered by about ten green dumpsters from Junk Boss.