Blanketflowers tower over you with electric energy along a stretch of Wood Hollow Drive in northwest Austin. Local artist Bill Tavis recently completed a zigzagging,Texas-evoking mural of our native wildflower on a large wall — actually two walls, an upper and lower spaced a few yards apart. If you stand in the right spot, the imagery aligns perfectly, and the two walls act as one.

Crossing the street for a wider view, I didn’t get the right vantage point, and the lower wall “shifted” to the right, marring the illusion. I’m sure you’ll do better when you visit for your Instagram shot. Family Xmas-card picture, anyone?

It’s a very cool mural, so go see it and enjoy this wildflower show all year long. And kudos to the City of Austin’s TEMPO program for sponsoring artists like Bill and installing temporary works of art throughout the city.

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