FIREFIGHTERS MURAL PUBLIC ART
Awarded by the City of Oakland Park | Fire Rescue #87 | Oakland Park | Florida
The Firefighters Mural is a very special project in my portfolio. Prior to starting the mural, I spent some time with the firefighters
at the station listening to their stories and understanding their activities, learning about their equipment, and the essence of their work.
This hands-on approach allowed me to develop a better understanding of the firefighters’ daily lives, their commitment,
and their dedication to protecting and serving the community.
To ensure accuracy and authenticity in depicting the scenes, I took photographs of the firefighters in their uniforms, masks,
and helmets. This attention to detail and consultation with the firefighters themselves allowed me to depict the use of equipment
with precision, making the mural an accurate representation of the firefighters and their activities.
The mural’s primary goal was to beautify the Oakland Park Fire Rescue Station, giving it a distinct identity that reflects the important work
done by the firefighters. I was interested in creating a visual representation of the firefighters in action and showcasing the station’s
commitment to serving and protecting the community. Beyond its aesthetic value, the mural is designed to engage and educate children
who visit the station, allowing them to learn about the activities and responsibilities of firefighters. Through the mural’s depiction of various
scenes showcasing the firefighters’ activities both at the station and during on-call duties, children gain insights into the daily lives
and heroic efforts of the firefighters.
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MORE ABOUT THE MURAL
The chief’s vision of inviting children to create their own drawings based on what they learn from the mural fosters a sense of
engagement and connection between the community and the station. By exhibiting the children’s drawings on the opposite wall
from the mural, the fire station becomes a space that reflects the shared experiences and appreciation for the firefighters’ efforts.
The opportunity to work closely with the firefighters and create this meaningful artwork became a transformative experience for the artist.
The project’s success is a result of the collaborative efforts and support from Kathleen Margoles – Special Projects Coordinator at the
City of Oakland Park, Chief Donald Widing – Chief of Fire Rescue, Greg Lewis – Support Service Coordinator,
and all the firemen at Stations #87 and #9. Their contributions and collaboration with the artist allowed the mural
to be a true reflection of the firefighters’ dedication, courage, and preparedness.
PUBLIC ART DEFINITION
Public Art could be a large or small piece of art, such as a mural, relief, sculpture, or installation, placed on public sites. This art is available to the public. Its purpose it to express community values, beautify our environment, transform a landscape, heighten our awareness, or question our assumptions.
WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING…
“The Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency would like to thank Murals by Georgeta for being a vital part of our Riviera Beach Art and Branding Project. Georgeta had the daunting task of installing a great piece of artwork at the main intersection of our City. The design and the final product was truly something special. Her positive work ethic and consummate professionalism were also to be admired. We look forward to working with her in the near future.” – Riviera Beach CRA Leadership
“We hired Georgeta for a custom paint project on the keel bulb of a racing sailboat belonging to a client. She was very professional and worked with us to get the design exactly as we wanted it. She was also super flexible about using the marine paint that was required for the job. Once the work started, she was incredibly efficient and actually finished ahead of schedule. The result was excellent and was identical to the presented design. We would absolutely work with Georgeta again and highly recommend her for custom paintwork.” Brad Magovsky, AREA 51 Global Logistics
I have worked with Georgeta for three Public Art mural projects… I have had the privilege to witness her work ethic and ability to communicate and work with staff and stakeholders to achieve a consensus regarding the final mural. She is a tireless worker who constantly reworks her designs to accommodate all the opinions offered. I highly recommend Georgeta Fondos as an extremely creative artist, muralist, professional artist, and creative mind to execute a mural for you.” Beth Ravitz, Public Artist and Artist Consultant, Lauderhill, Florida
“Georgeta is absolutely AMAZING. She is able to take a verbal concept and transform it into an incredible tangible creation. We have had her paint several murals in our office and each one is phenomenal!! …Georgeta was AMAZING to work with. Her creativity knows no boundaries and her creations bring joy to all who view them.“ Teresa Miller, Vice President, Human Resources, Garden of Life, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
“Georgeta is very professional and reliable and spends a lot of time in doing research for the project. She provides very detailed designs. As a result, her murals are very complex and engaging.” George Gadson, Public Artist and Artist Consultant, Tamarac, Florida
