Mesa Arts Center Unveils First Arizona Mural by Shepard Fairey in Celebration of 20th Anniversary

April 16, 2025

Mesa Arts Center in in Mesa, Arizona is excited to announce a new mural by internationally acclaimed artist Shepard Fairey titled “Interdependent Nature” will be completed on April 18. Located on the west side of Mesa Arts Center’s campus, the mural will be a vibrant addition to Downtown Mesa.

Shepard Fairey is one of the most influential street artists of the time. This is the first mural by Fairey in Arizona, marking it a significant moment for public art in the community — especially poignant as Mesa Arts Center celebrates 20 years of bringing arts enrichment to the Valley.

Image credit: Rendering of Shepard Fairey mural “Interdependent Nature” at Mesa Arts Center


“This mural features imagery and symbols that remind us of the intertwined nature of earth and humanity and the need to cultivate harmony,” said Shepard Fairey. “Peace, health, and justice require an understanding that we are all connected parts of a whole.”

Mesa Arts Center is dedicated to bringing public art to Mesa. Explore the latest mural and other new public art installations in Downtown Mesa at mesaaz.gov.

About Mesa Arts Center

Mesa Arts Center, owned and operated by the City of Mesa, is a unique, architecturally stunning facility located in the heart of downtown Mesa. Arizona’s largest arts center is home to four theaters, five art galleries and 14 art studios. Guests, patrons and students come to Mesa Arts Center to enjoy the finest live entertainment and performances, world-class visual art exhibitions and outstanding arts education classes. Mesa Arts Center’s mission is to create meaningful arts experiences in Mesa for everyone. For more information, visit mesaartscenter.com.