Lou's New Mural

Volunteer art teacher Deborah Mills was invited to paint a mural for the courtyard. It was suggested to include a tree, and that it be happy and uplifting.  Deb had never painted a mural before, as she usually works on a much smaller scale. However, she learnt as she went along, with assistance from Lou's clients, Sera, Clare, Katherine and her granddaughter Grace, who all come to Deb's art classes. Deb also enlisted her friend Mary, a fellow artist, to work with her on the mural.

Deb chose bright colours, including Lou’s orange, to bring light and space to the formerly dark courtyard. New clients in the adjacent dining area offered their suggestions and feedback to Deb and her team as they painted, making it a truly collaborative effort. Many thanks to Deborah and her team for brightening up our courtyard!