The new Rock Island Trail public access trail begins in Gerald, MO. Similar to the popular Katy Trail the old rail line has become a destination for the public to jog, walk and bike through Missouri. The newest creation by RayHarveyArt is a 138’ wide mural depicting patriotism, history and vision. The new trail in Gerald will be dedicated on May 30th, 2025. Due to the wet April when the painting began, it’s a little behind schedule but is anticipated to be completed within a week!
It was blowing fire that day my friends! When I was asked to create a two story tall fire breathing dragon in Bowling Green of all places… I was all in! Not what you typically expect to see in a small midwestern town but it’s an instant hit!
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One of my favorite murals for one of my favorite patrons, Brad Walden in Hannibal, MO. We had planned this art for almost two years before the wall and my schedule was ready. At sixty-five feet wide it boasts a twelve foot tall headlight! It has become one of the busiest selfie spots in Hannibal. And why not? I think this makes twenty-five murals for me in Hannibal since 2018.
Typically my painting season in Missouri runs from April 1 to November 1. But this year I was able to extend it by creating four more illustrations on the Mother Road Route 66 in Kingman, AZ. My second painting trip there has resulted in new contacts and making new friends. Mild climates and nothing but sun provides the perfect atmosphere when winter is raising its head in Missouri!
Most painting seasons continue from about April until November first due to the changing weather in Missouri. This week RayHarveyArt will complete the 2024 mural making season in downtown Kirksville, MO. The 70’ wide full color painting is located on the square and across the street from the courthouse. The Kirksville Arts Council is responsible for bringing Mr. Harvey’s Art to the city. ‘The design discussion began last May,’ Harvey said, “and it’s fitting that the subject of the painting is the last of the season!” This is because the mural recognizes the four seasons of Missouri. Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter and are colorfully depicted in the scene. 
The art is designed to be an iconic scene for Kirksville and Missouri. ‘The changing seasons is one of the best attributes of our state” added Ray Harvey, owner of RayHarveyArt and creator of the next tourist destination in Kirksville!
Over two weeks and 3,600 miles took us to Kingman to create two new murals for Mudd on 66, a new coffee shop, and Tin Can Alley, a WIP vintage airstream Air B&B park. The entire complex is expected to be fully functional by Autumn of 2024. I got it kicked of with a Kingman postcard design and the mural in the trailer Park. 
Early Spring temperatures helped me get a quick start to the painting season. I found myself only steps away from the Mother Road to create this small but mighty mural. At only 64 square feet, this little garage door comes alive with a vintage corvette peering from the opening showing a working grease monkey garage. This makes a perfect selfie spot for visitors to the town!
The richest soil, the farthest horizon and the hard working farmer depicted in my newest mural in Marshall, MO! Paying homage to the Midwest farmer, their Midwest values and their Midwestern work ethic I created this scene for them. If you ate today, thank a farmer! The farmer shown is Mr. Hisle, a longtime citizen in the area. Part of the his family are shown at the completion of the mural.
It may be January but my 2024 painting season began already at Watlow Electric in Hannibal, MO. The necessity of a scene that depicted the character of Hannibal to their many international clients and guests, I designed a quiet, warm summer morning with the early day action of incoming and outgoing historical riverboats and the sun glistening on the new day. Potential and positivity, a motto of Watlow! 40’ x 10’
My final mural of the 2023 painting season brought me back to nostalgic Route 66 in historical Waynesville, MO. A new Dollar store was constructed right on the route and it was necessary to bring the new structure into the character of the town. Only a few miles away from Ft. Leonardwood, many family visitors come through the historical area and there was a desire to greet them with the best elements of Waynesville. Thus, a new mural depicting eleven hi-lites of the town on the Mother Road. At about seventy feet long the mural spells out the sights of Waynesville, MO. A great new photo spot!
