Maggy Wolanske is a multimedia journalist with Denver7.
AURORA , Colo. — Bright colorful murals have taken over once bare building walls in East Colfax thanks to the Colfax Canvas Mural Festival. The festival brings artists into the community to highlight the diverse culture within it. 'There were mom-and-pop shops galore, lots of amazing little hidden gems, but people weren't seeing that as they were driving through,' said Aaron Vega, curator for Colfax Canvas .
'So I sent them some colors from the island where I'm from, sent them some inspiration, and we've put together this image of Maria Corina Machado, who's the opposition leader in Venezuela,' said Grimm.In creating this mural, Grimm hopes it will resonate with the people who call this area home and bring hope to those who are struggling. 'Something that's really true for refugee communities is just that aching and longing for home,' Grimm said.
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