Artistic Wonders ~ Exploring Denton County, TX
Traveling around the city of Denton, you’re sure to find treasures around every corner! Relocating families are amazed at the wealth of fine arts performances available for all ages, as well as the top-notch art, theater and music programs nurtured in Denton County’s schools. As mentioned in previous blogs, Seay Realty Group loves to highlight the joys of living in North Texas through their team’s own experiences, and we’d be remiss if we didn’t take a moment to focus on the artistic wonders nestled around the county’s capital city.
In fact, Denton has become quite the Instagram hotspot for its colorful and eclectic collection of murals. It also comes as no surprise that many of our area’s graduating seniors have chosen their favorite mural as a backdrop in their photos. Some of the murals have been commissioned as a part of the Keep Denton Beautiful’s, Artscapes Mural Art Initiative ,and others have been done at the commission of local businesses.
"In 2014, Keep Denton Beautiful, with input from Denton volunteers and neighborhoods, launched an effort to create painted mural artwork in key gateway points and neighborhood areas around Denton."
There are several resources available to create your own personal art tour that we’ve found are helpful in helping you to locate them, but they also give you details on the inspiration behind the mural and the talented artists who have created them. Check out Discover Denton Texas to download an app for your phone to get started!
Creative Ideas On How To Enjoy The Murals
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES:
Referred to as Denton’s Most Instagrammable Spots by Discover Denton Texas, you’re sure to find a mural that totally speaks to you! Photographers are also available for more polished portraits if you’re seeking a unique photo memory.
SCAVENGER HUNTS:
There are so many details in Denton’s murals to see! Viewers will enjoy finding all of the animals, quirky references, movie nods and so much more!
PLAN AHEAD:
There are tons of murals located around the city buildings, but you’ll also find many popular ones are featured in Denton’s restaurants and popular spots. The one shown can be found in Oak Street Drafthouse. Plan your afternoon, where you can stop by and enjoy your favorite drink or a snack.
FRIENDS DAY OUT:
One of the most enjoyable days was recently spent by our marketing director and a friend. Their “day out” started at West Oak Coffee Bar for a chat and a cup of crafted goodness, and then explored the murals at their leisure.
As mentioned, check out Keep Denton Beautiful and Discover Denton Texas for more detailed information before you plan your visit. North Texas communities are focused on maintaining beautiful and vibrant neighborhoods, for all its residents. Whether its “Lil’d” (Denton) or the big D, you’ll find a great place to call home in this corner of the Lone Star State.
As always, if you thinking of moving to North Texas, give Seay Realty Group a call today! We truly love our community, and are here to help you with all of your real estate needs. 214.636.8485
While we don’t do them justice, below is an album of some of our favorite Denton Murals we’ve taken while out on our own. We’ve done our best to credit the gifted artists in the descriptions, so forgive us for any mistakes, they’re our own.
