Charity Murals

Non-Profit Collaborations

Non-Profit and Charity Outreach Program Working with non-profits, charities, and altruistic organizations
to provide free artwork that will support their messages.

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium

Mote Marine Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit, marine research organization based on City Island in Sarasota, Florida, with additional campuses in eastern Sarasota County, Boca Grande, Florida, and the Florida Keys. Founded in 1955 by Eugenie Clark in Placida, Florida, it was known as the Cape Haze Marine Laboratory until 1967. The laboratory aims to advance marine science and education, supporting conservation and sustainable use of marine resources. A public aquarium and associated education program interpret its research for the public.

This mural, donated by artist Drake Arnold, adorns the interior of the ticketing office and is one of the first things guest see after arriving while purchasing tickets. This artwork profiles the Atlantic Bay Nettle, Chrysaora Chesapeakei.

Drake Arnold Mural at Mote Marine Laboratory and aquarium Mural by Drake Arnold at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 2021

Free the Ocklawaha Coalition

Ocala, Florida

Free the Ocklawaha Coalition

The Free the Ocklawaha coalition is a local environmental non-profit that is dedicated to restoring the natural flow of the Ocklawaha river, reconnecting the Silver and St. Johns Rivers.

This 420' mural profiles over 30 species of plants and animals native to the Ocklawaha river system. It was donated by artist Drake Arnold and is now part of the City of Ocala's permanent art collection.

Press:
https://www.ocala.com/picture-gallery/news/2022/12/16/mural-artist-puts-finishing-touches-mural-wildlife-of-the-ocklawha/10912540002/
https://www.wcjb.com/2022/12/15/mural-depicting-wildlife-ocklawaha-river-be-unveiled-ocala/

Mural by Drake Arnold for the Free the Ocklawaha Coalition, 2022

Marion Cultural Alliance

Ocala, Florida

Marion Cultural Alliance

Marion Cultural Alliance (MCA), a nonprofit, 501(c)3 was established in 2001. MCA’s mission is to champion, convene, and create opportunities for artists and arts organizations. MCA supports activities relating to the arts, historical and scientific museums, and specific education through grants, advocacy, fundraising, and partnerships. MCA has donated over $1.5 million to the arts and other charitable organizations in Ocala/Marion County and established a Cultural Endowment fund of $900,000. MCA has supported local arts organizations with over $450,000 through its annual Cultural Grant Awards. MCA also operates the Brick City Center for the Arts, a popular art gallery, located in historic downtown Ocala. Monthly rotating exhibits feature art by regional artists. The venue, and its adjacent courtyard, is a sought after rental for special events.

This mural, "Life Cycle", donated to the city by artist Drake Arnold, was painted in the courtyard of the MCA'S Brick City Center for the Arts in cooperation with the city of Ocala's Cultural Arts department.

Mural by Drake Arnold at the Marion Cultural Alliance, 2020