Project Overview

Auditorium | Colonial Middle School

“The Daveys worked for months to produce an inspiring sense of grandeur within the school, captivating the students, teachers, and parents with their expert ability to make the ordinary extraordinary.”

Local artists Mark and Megan Davey were commissioned to create a grand facade to the auditorium entrance at Colonial Middle School through Memphis City Schools' 'Percent for Art' program in 2010. Specializing in the trompe l'oeil technique whereby the finished painting is intended to 'fool the eye' with its realism, the Daveys worked for months to produce an inspiring sense of grandeur within the school, captivating the students, teachers, and parents with their expert ability to make the ordinary extraordinary.

About the Artists

Davey Studios (Mark & Megan Davey)

Started in 1993, Davey Studios is a Tennessee based company made of Mark & Megan Davey. They have been working together for many years creating art projects large & small. They are a family team, this year incorporating their oldest son, Grant, in the construction of this interactive tree exhibit at Riverwood Elementary.

For over twenty-five years, they have painted for clients all across the United States for a large variety of clients and can be found in several publications, award-winning portraits, and murals. Their love of art, people, and creating unique work is apparent in all they do—what brings them the most satisfaction is knowing they bring joy to many people. Their talents include murals, sculptures, signage, and paintings. Throughout their variety of work, Davey Studios creates art that is inspiring and uplifting.