LAX UNVEILS NEW MURAL IN TERMINAL 4: EVERYDAY TRANSCENDENCE BY ALLISON KUNATH

Everyday Transcendence is the newest of nine murals that grace LAX's campus as part of its "Meet Me at the Mural" initiative (Photo courtesy of Panic Studios).

LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is proud to announce its latest art installation, Everyday Transcendence, a hand-painted mural by renowned local artist Allison Kunath. Situated on the Departures Level in Terminal 4's concourse, this site-specific mural is a vibrant addition to the airport's ongoing commitment to enhancing the passenger experience through art.

"LAX's murals have been curated to welcome passengers from around the world to Los Angeles and create a memorable 'you are here' moment," said Sarah Cifarelli, Director of LAX's Art Program. "Everyday Transcendence offers a distinct new voice to this initiative. Its monumental size acts as a gateway into new horizons, engaging travelers to reflect on their journeys and step towards something new."

Measuring 226 feet wide by 16 feet tall, Kunath's mural spans three connecting walls above a new concessions area, creating a welcoming space for passengers. The mural's bold design features three sunburst patterns, one on each wall, with the artist's distinctive, staccato brushwork radiating across the surface. Awash with over 60 assorted colors, Kunath's palette produces a night-to-day effect with a range of cool blues on the east wall to warm hues on the west wall. The center south wall connects the east and west walls with a full chroma spectrum, resulting in a dynamic journey of color.

Kunath's expressive mark-making generates a sense of movement and connectivity, mimicking the comings and goings of the passengers within the space. Acknowledging the busy and complex nature of the airport, Kunath's mural uses familiar patterns and symbols to explore human connections, relationships, and emotions. The sunburst patterns offer a metaphorical portal inviting passengers to pause and linger in the moment, allowing oneself to feel connected to a deeper sense of being and reminding us that transcendence is within our reach, even in the most unexpected places.

The installation of this large-scale mural was a collaborative effort executed by a dedicated team of painters, led by Kunath and overseen by LAX Arts Manager, Tim McGowan. Over the course of two weeks, the team transformed the concourse walls into an inspiring and immersive experience of color.

"It was an honor to collaborate with the LAX Art Program to bring this artwork to life," said Allison Kunath. "Inspired by the small but arresting moments that give life its texture and beauty, my hope is that viewers are momentarily transported to a place of gratitude and reflection as they pass through the space."

Kunath is known for her crisp, geometric murals and large-scale watercolor paintings. In both mediums she uses graphics and symbols that explore a range of human emotions and psychology. While her process is based on her own relationships and mental health, she incorporates themes and experiences within her projects that are often shared by many, resulting in work that is simultaneously personal and universal.

As part of the Terminal 4 renovations, the mural enhances the airport's mission to create a welcoming and culturally rich environment. It now on view for ticketed passengers. For more information about the mural and LAX's Art Program, please visit flylax.com/art-program.

A link to media assets can be viewed here. Credit photos to "Panic Studios" and B-roll as "Courtesy of Los Angeles World Airports"