Legendary NYC graffiti artist Lady Pink, who now calls Ulster County home, was inspired by her wall’s proximity to two Latinx-owned businesses: Express Latinos and La Hacienda Restaurant. The artist wanted to tell the true story of one of the largest genocides in history following the introduction of European explorers to Native peoples in the Americas. She painted images of the culture and beauty that were forever altered by those encounters as well as showing the outcome: Lady Death personified during the Day of the Dead. Dia de los Muertos imagery has found its way into much of Pink’s work and the bold colors used in the mural reflect the artist’s signature vibrant palette. This piece was initially created for the 2016 O+ Festival and then repainted/updated during the 2021 O+ Festival.