In the early stages of muraling.
The mural illustrates historical moments in the history of Morazán such as the exile to Colomoncagua, Honduras during the Civil War as well as
Two Pastoral Team youth painting
ideological movements such as when community members awakened to the reality of their repression. There are also portraits of Oscar Romero, Octavio Ortiz, Father Segundo Montes, and Meymis Guevara, a local singer.
Throughout, it has been a collaborative process. The design process was made possible by the Pastoral Team, Evelin Romero, youth from Comunidad Segundo Montes, and youth from San Salvador, as well as visiting artists from the US.
The drawing and painting process has also been a collective effort between artists from San Salvador and the US. In the last two weeks, youth artists from Segundo Montes have taken the reigns and are continuing painting.
Illustration of Farabundo Marti on the Right.
Illustration of community members meeting under a mango tree on the Left.
Youth from Segundo Montes painting.
Youth from Segundo Montes.
Francisco, from Segundo Montes, putting on finishing touches.
Youth from the community.
Marta from San Luis II painting leaves
Marina painting corn kernels
Community members entering the Templo
Beautiful, both the painting and the workers.