Untitled
Denver Public Art 1%
2025.18.1
Artist John Pugh creates a large, hand-painted mural on the façade of the Zoo’s Waste Management Building, transforming an otherwise utilitarian structure into a striking visual experience. The building faces Duck Lake in City Park and is visible to park visitors walking or biking around the lake. The artwork draws inspiration from the historic architecture of City Park and incorporates imagery of Colorado wildlife, park animals, and select zoo animals, blending illusionistic painting techniques to create depth and narrative. The installation also includes a permanent viewfinder positioned across Duck Lake, inviting viewers to engage with the artwork from a distance as they discover hidden details and visual connections within the mural.
John Pugh (artist)