Wall Mural Surrounding Outdoor Food Patio, Deep Ellum, Dallas, Texas Editorial Image

Pictured is part of an art mural that covers three sides of an outdoor dining patio in Deep Ellum. It was created by Dan Colcer. Dan Colcer is a Romanian painter and illustrator living in Dallas, Texas. Dan has several surrealistic murals scattered throughout Deep Ellum, many part of the 42 murals project. Deep Ellum is a neighborhood composed largely of arts and entertainment venues near downtown in East Dallas, Texas. Deep Ellum developed in the late 19th century as a residential and commercial neighborhood. It is known for being a hotbed of graffiti. Also a large portion of the art and murals in the area are commissioned by local businesses.