Self-Guided Tours: Public Art & Mural Walk

You’ll soon see how colorful Ogden is while enjoying a self-guided tour exploring the city’s public murals.

Ogden is proud to be the home of many artists and has included the investment and expansion of the arts as a foundation for the continued success of the area.

From the iconic Pioneer Days Rodeo mural on the side of The Union Grill to the colorful explosion found in Origin Alley, strolling around you can visually enjoy the vast amount of murals that adorn the walls of many buildings in the Downtown Ogden area with more to be painted soon.

Most of Ogden’s murals can be found between 22nd street and 28th street near Washington Blvd and Wall Ave. Below is a list of easily accessible public murals waiting for you on your next stay in Ogden.

1 — Don Rimx Mural, Perfil Ancestral (Ancestral Profile)

Grant Ave 22-24th Street, East side

Inspired by the Indigenous tribe’s native to the region, Perfil Ancestral serves as a tribute to the ancestral roots and cultural history that existed long before the modern development of the American West. Built from layered textures and symbolic markings, the figure emerges from the wall as both portrait and memory, reflecting on identity and humanity's enduring connection to the land. Don Rimx created this piece to honor the spirit of those who first inhabited the area, inviting viewers to reflect on the generations of stories embedded within Ogden's landscape.

Bio: Edwin "Don Rimx" Sepúlveda is a Puerto Rican artist known for his large-scale murals that merge portraiture, architecture, and cultural storytelling through bold geometric composition. Born and raised in the Nemesio R. Canales public housing complex in San Juan, Puerto Rico, he developed his artistic voice surrounded by the colors, textures, and resilience of island life. He later refined his craft at Central High School of Visual Arts and the Escuela de Artes Plásticas in San Juan.

In 2009, Don Rimx moved to Brooklyn, New York, where the city's layered architecture and diverse communities deeply influenced the evolution of his visual language. His work became recognized for its structural compositions, often incorporating wood, brick, and abstract geometric elements that weave together identity, memory, and place.

Don Rimx has painted murals across the United States and internationally, collaborating with brands and organizations including Converse, Apple Music, Maker's Mark, and Electronic Arts. In 2021, he brought that vision to Grant Avenue in Ogden, creating five murals celebrating the city's history, culture, and the communities that shaped it.

2 — Don Rimx Mural, Mano Trabajadora (The Working Hand)

Grant Ave 22-24th Street, East side

Inspired by the immigrant communities who helped build the railroads that shaped Ogden’s history, Mano Trabajadora honors the labor, sacrifice, and cultural diversity that fueled the growth of the American West. The figures represent the Chinese and Latin American workers whose hands drove the spikes and laid the tracks that helped put Ogden on the map. Through vibrant color and interwoven forms, Don Rimx celebrates not individual heroes, but collective strength, highlighting the enduring impact these communities left on the city of Ogden and the nation they helped build.

3 — Don Rimx Mural, La Unión (The Union)

Grant Ave 22-24th Street, East side

Inspired by the railroad that shaped Ogden into a historic crossroads of the American West, La Unión
pays tribute to the moment connection transformed the region. Centered around a powerful locomotive, with tracks radiating outward like spokes of a great wheel, the mural reflects the joining of cultures, communities, and industries made possible through the expansion of the railroad. The map of Utah grounds the image in place, reminding viewers that Ogden was not just a stop along the way, but the railroad’s beating heart. Through bold color and geometric composition, Don Rimx captures the spirit of progress and the lasting impact the railroad left on the city’s identity.

4 — Don Rimx Mural, Mrs. Rodeo

Grant Ave 22-24th Street, East side

Inspired by the cowboys and cowgirls who helped shape the spirit of the American West, Mrs. Rodeo
celebrates the deep connection between rider, horse, and land. The mural pulls the viewer in close, placing a rider and her horse in quiet communion, a moment of trust and partnership set against mountain peaks and flowing color. Don Rimx chose intimacy over spectacle, centering the bond between horse and rider rather than the thrill of competition. Through bold color and geometric form, he captures both the strength and grace of Western culture, honoring the generations of ranchers, riders, and rodeo communities that continue to shape Ogden’s identity today.

5 — Don Rimx Mural, Joe McQueen

Grant Ave 22-24th Street, East side

Joe McQueen honors one of Ogden's most beloved figures, a jazz saxophonist whose connection to the city began by accident and became a lifelong part of its cultural identity. McQueen came to Ogden to perform with a touring band, but when the bandleader skipped out without paying the musicians, he found himself stranded. Rather than move on, he stayed, and Ogden became home. He went on to become a cornerstone of the local jazz scene, sharing his music with the community for decades. Don Rimx painted McQueen larger than life, saxophone in hand and the Wasatch Mountains at his back, a tribute to a man who turned an injustice into a legacy and gave Ogden a sound it will never forget.

6- Kelly Donovan: Ogden Pioneer Days Rodeo

315 East 24th Street

7- Rich Ramos: Wasatch Roasting, Origin Alley

2434 Grant Ave. various artists

Artistic Journey & Style

Ramos made a major mark on Ogden’s cityscape when he was commissioned to paint the prominent "Get Out and Live!" mural in downtown Ogden to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Ogden Marathon. His style is heavily inspired by his passion for skateboarding and snowboarding, capturing raw movement, bold colors, and an undeniable sense of local pride.

Tattoos & Body Art

Beyond large-scale painting and murals, Ramos is a professional tattoo artist. He has been bringing his unique illustrative and painterly style to the skin of the local community at Golden Spike Tattoo in Ogden since January 2020.

Community Engagement

Ramos is highly engaged in the Ogden arts scene. Whether he is creating large-scale works in both black-and-grey and color or painting live at local street events, he actively fosters creativity and advocates for social connection within his community.

Richard “Rich” Ramos Bio: Born and raised in Ogden, Utah, Richard "Rich" Ramos (known online as @lostdog3) is a multi-disciplinary visual artist, muralist, and Weber State University alumnus. Best known for his vibrant, active-lifestyle murals, he seamlessly blends urban street art with a deep-rooted connection to his local community.

8- Cole Eisenhower: You Belong

2424 Kiesel Ave, South side of parking structure

Mural Vision Statement:
The vision behind You Belong is rooted in the idea that every person carries a different perspective shaped by their own experiences, upbringing, and identity. Through layered portraiture, overlapping forms, and interconnected compositions, the mural reflects the complexity of human connection and the importance of understanding one another beyond surface-level differences.

My goal with this piece was to create something that felt human, approachable, and emotionally relatable. The overlapping imagery represents the way our lives, stories, and experiences constantly intersect. While each figure maintains their individuality, they also become part of a larger visual conversation about empathy, acceptance, and coexistence.

I’ve always believed public art has the ability to shape the emotional atmosphere of a space and encourage reflection in everyday life. With You Belong, I wanted to create a mural that invites viewers to slow down, look closer, and recognize the value in perspectives outside of their own. The piece is ultimately about connection and the idea that, despite our differences, there is still common ground between all people.

Through bold color, realism, abstraction, and layered design elements, the mural aims to feel both contemporary and timeless while reflecting the diversity and energy of the surrounding community. My hope is that viewers walk away feeling a greater sense of empathy, openness, and belonging within the spaces they move through every day.

Cole Eisenhour Bio: Cole is a Utah-based muralist and figurative artist whose work blends realism, abstraction, and layered storytelling through large-scale public art. Known for expressive portraiture, graphic overlays, and bold compositions, his murals explore themes of identity, community, history, and human connection.

Drawing influence from contemporary muralism, mid-century design, and social realism, Eisenhour creates murals that balance strong visual impact with emotional accessibility. His work can be found throughout the western United States on city buildings, schools, commercial spaces, and community landmarks, where his murals often reflect the culture and stories of the surrounding environment.

A graduate of Utah Valley University with a B.S. in Art & Visual Communications, Eisenhour approaches mural-making as a way to transform public space into something more thoughtful, engaging, and human. Through a combination of realism, abstraction, and narrative-driven imagery, he aims to create artwork that encourages reflection, connection, and a stronger sense of place.

9‑Rachel Pohl: The Platforms

25th Street and Adams Ave.

"The mural was inspired by Ogden's architecture and Rachel's time in the community - a place I grew to love. You'll see elements pulled directly from Ogden such as the Wasatch mountains, the Ogden Canyons Waterfall, and the Ibis - inspiration from the Egyptian Theater - the historic train and the colorful flair of the Creative District. It felt amazing to contribute to a place that has always held a huge place in my heart from trips to meet up with friends and seeking new inspiration for artistic projects, to work trips to Ogden and so many amazing winter days skiing Snowbasin - a place that always feels like a dream to ski!"

Rachel Pohl Bio:
Rachel was born and raised in Bozeman, Montana, and attended Montana State University where she studied fine art. She started her company Rachel Pohl Art shortly after graduating and laying roots in the American West. It's been an amazing adventure since then!

The Rachel Pohl Art brand is about falling in love with life over and over again, every day. It’s about slowing down to marvel at wildflowers tucked in a mountain cirque, summer nights beneath the starts, and alpenglow on snowy peaks. It’s about living colorfully, creatively, curiously, and fully awake. About caring or the planet through ecofriendly products and responsible manufacturing. The Rachel Pohl Art brand is loving yourself unconditionally and living a wholehearted life true to who you were meant to be, not who society wants you to be.

Rachel Pohl is not only a world renown artist and adventurer, she is a writer who creates commonality and community with her words. She is passionate about the environment and protecting the fragile ecosystems we love to immerse ourselves in. Rachel recognizes that in order to care about such places we have to fall in love with them first. Therefore, her colorful landscape paintings focus on that feeling of awe, wonder, and joy that arise while in nature, in the hopes of instilling a sense of urgency to protect wild places. She is also self-proclaimed humanitarian who fiercely believes in equality and equity for all and is known for donating a portion of sales from this shop in conjunction with current events.

From the artist:
“My detailed and meticulous paintings reflect who I am as a person. I fill each and every day with a determination to create a positive impact on the world around me. Through painting, creating, writing, and how I live my life, everything is vibrant, abundant, and thoughtful. I waste no time because time cannot wasted if we use the experience wisely, no matter how challenging a time may be. I am also a big proponent for the productivity of rest, which is reflected in choosing to paint with oils-there always comes a time to allow the painting to dry, just I must rest in any process of creativity.

I am fascinated by how we can rewire our brains to create better habits, become more compassionate, and ultimately change the direction of our life in any moment. My brand is here not only to bring beauty to your life, but to challenge you to be the best version of yourself possible. To try and envision dreams for yourself that are far larger than you can even imagine right now.

This path I have chosen has never been easy, but I believe it will always be worth it. And I know that anyone who is brave enough to venture beyond the comforting arms of what is socially comfortable will also be fiercely proud of setting themselves free.”

10, Emily Munk: Grow Where You Are, Jessica Marine: Bees, Lindsay Huss: Electric West

25th Street and Adams Ave., southside.

Lindsay Huss Bio:

I am a full-time artist living and working in Utah. I was born and raised here and am passionate about enriching my community.

After a decade spent teaching high school kids, I left teaching to pursue art full time. My students kept me young at heart while the outdoors helped my body keep up. I’m still recovering from being hit by a car while riding my bike, but I hope to get back into my regular routine of mountain biking, alpine and water skiing, running trail ultramarathons, and any other activity that gets me outdoors!

I am passionate about uplifting the voices of ones that need to be amplified and exploring the ideas that connect us all at the core of our humanity.

I believe art and creativity should be available to everyone. Public art is a way for me to create meaningful pieces that reflect the identities of the communities they represent.

11, Emily Munk: Grow Where You Are, Jessica Marine: Bees, Lindsay Huss: Electric West

25th Street and Adams Ave., southside.

Lindsay Huss Bio:

I am a full-time artist living and working in Utah. I was born and raised here and am passionate about enriching my community.

12, Emily Munk: Grow Where You Are, Jessica Marine: Bees, Lindsay Huss: Electric West

25th Street and Adams Ave., southside.

Lindsay Huss Bio:

I am a full-time artist living and working in Utah. I was born and raised here and am passionate about enriching my community.

13- Jane Kim: Monarch in Moda

455 East 25th Street, and Weber State University,
Kimball Arts Building, https://inkdwell.com/monarch-butterfly/

The Monarch in Moda Mural Vision Statement:

The Migrating Mural® is a series of murals that highlight various animals along migration corridors they share with humans. The Monarch Migrating Mural focuses on the iconic and threatened monarch butterfly. The size of the eastern monarch’s Mexican wintering colony has dropped two-thirds since 1996-1997, while the winter population of western monarchs has fallen from 4.5 million in the 1980s to less than 30,000 in 2019. The federal government is currently considering the monarch butterfly for endangered species status.

Found throughout the country, monarch butterflies are famous for their multi-generational migrations from Canada to Mexico. Tracing the path of the monarch across North America, The Migrating Mural® drives support for habitat conservation and restoration while beautifying public spaces with monumental art.

Jane Kim Bio:
Jane is a visual artist, science illustrator, and the founder of Ink Dwell. Her art career started when she was a little girl, obsessively painting flowers and bears on the walls of her bedroom. She received more formal training with a BFA in Printmaking from RISD and then attended California State University Monterey Bay, where she received a master’s certificate in science illustration. She has created large-scale public art across the country, including the Wall of Birds at The Cornell Lab of Ornithology, and produced works for the National Aquarium, the de Young Museum, Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, and more. She is the creator of the Migrating Mural campaign; a series of public installations that highlight wildlife along migration corridors it shares with people. She still enjoys painting flowers and bears, though nowadays she doesn’t get into trouble for painting on the walls.

14- Eric J. Garcia: Sower, Healer, Protector

Ogden Contemporary Art, 490 25th Street

Mural Vision Statement: Sower, Healer, Protector

The mural was created while I was an artist in residency at Ogden contemporary. The design was inspired by learning and investigating the region while I was there for the residency. I had learned about how the Great Salt Lake is drying up. I learned and saw for myself all the pollution from commuters, factories, and the military base that gets trapped in the Salt Lake basin. Learning about all these ecological threats is why I decided to make the mural about the local environment and specifically the detriment to it. I was also in conversations with the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation who told me about their efforts to fight back against this environmental disaster by replanting native fauna, which I reference in the mural. This is also what inspired me to repurpose the Morton Salt girl as a native kid spilling seeds and kicking a pipe with her native footwear. The mural itself took about a month and was created with local youth and the community. Some community members regularly came out to paint, and we did have an organized community day when a mass of people showed up to paint the entire portion of the mural.

Eric J. Garcia Bio: Eric J Garcia’s art gently takes off your rose-colored glasses and then smashes them to the floor. His drawings, prints, murals and multimedia projects prevent historical amnesia and cultural erasure. By reexamining forgotten history in an accessible and visually striking way, his work can be a tool with which to share, to learn from and to spark critical dialogue. He received his BFA with a minor in Chicano studies from the University of New Mexico and earned his MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Garcia is a member of the Veteran Art Movement, and a member of the printmaking collectives Justseeds Print Cooperative and Instituto Grafico de Chicago. He has exhibited nationally and his work can be found in the collections of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Art Institute of Chicago, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Library of Congress.