Located at 423 West Franklin Street.
Created during Women’s History Month on the side of Lantern Restaurant, a women-owned business, this mural fosters a community space that celebrates and uplifts women and marginalized voices. Themes of gold and lotus flowers are woven throughout the design, symbolizing resilience, illumination, and wisdom. The lotus flower, or water lily, is the national flower of Sri Lanka, representing the artist’s native culture.
Many partners supported this project, including the Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership, Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture, Lantern Restaurant, and the Orange County Arts Commission.
About the Artist
Mayanthi has blended her art with her advocacy to continue making a meaningful impact on the communities she serves. Many of her pieces celebrate the beauty and power of being a woman, while others express her Sri Lankan pride and pain. Her latest work draws attention to the importance of mental health and self-love, while other pieces share a world of beauty, color, and life through her eyes. Mayanthi is forever grateful for the opportunities and support she has received and will continue to appreciate the serendipity of her journey.
Created by Mayanthi Jayawardena (2023).