Tim Needles

Collaborative storm drain mural painted with water-resistant, eco-friendly paint.

Art is an amazing tool for communication, and when the message and images are well-designed, it can have a lasting impact. This is the goal of an environmental art project we developed at my school to help bridge classroom learning with the school district and larger community. Our storm drain painting project has expanded beyond the school walls, educating the community about water conservation and sustainability.

Starting with In-School Projects
The project began as a simple in-class poster design, and after researching information on the intersection of environmental action and art, it evolved into a larger in-school mural project. Nonprofit organizations such as National Geographic, Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs, Take Action Global, and the Wyland Foundation provided a wealth of data to share as well as competitions to enter, which motivated students.

Collaborative storm drain mural painted with water-resistant, eco-friendly paint.

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