Danielle Mastrion Artist Statement

"I have always wanted to paint Shirley Chisholm!"

This was Brooklyn-based painter and muralist, Danielle Mastrion's

response when she was asked to paint the late great Congresswoman

on the building at the entrance of the new Shirley Chisholm State Park.

This unique project brings together Mastrion's focus on social justice,

specifically women's rights and youth education, with her passion for

bold bright colors. The design challenge was right up the artist's alley.

Mastrion honored Chisholm through her vivid portraiture while

surrounding her with the flora and fauna native to her namesake park.

"I have lived in Brooklyn all my life and this community offers me

endless inspiration. I am proud to be part of bringing Chisholm's legacy

to life through art." Mastrion's work can be seen in Latin America, the

Caribbean and throughout Brooklyn.

Mural Commissioned July 2019