The image depicts a striking and thought-provoking mural on the side of a building in Denver, Colorado. The mural features a larger-than-life portrait of a person holding their hands over their face, with a distressed and emotional expression. The face is depicted in a realistic style, with intricate details and a range of warm skin tones. Juxtaposed with this realistic figure is a striking image of a human skull adorned with a colorful headdress, rendered in a vibrant and stylized manner. The skull is surrounded by a swirling pattern of vibrant colors and intricate details, creating a striking contrast with the more muted tones of the person's face. The mural seems to explore themes of duality, contrasting the facade we present to the world with our inner selves or the inevitability of mortality. The juxtaposition of the realistic and stylized elements creates a visually striking and thought-provoking piece of street art.

Contrasting Portraits Mural in RiNo, Denver

Found this absolutely stunning piece of #streetart while wandering the #RiNo neighborhood of Denver, Colorado, while walking up Larimar. I believe it was near 30th Street, as I stopped for a delicious ginger mint tea and lemon poppyseed cake at ink! Coffee right after. While there are a ton of #murals on this street and in this hood, my companion and I were both completely blown away by the talent and creativity here. What do you think the artist is saying? I'm thinking it's something to do with showing your true self and how things may not always appear what they seem.

Contrasting Portraits Mural in RiNo, Denver

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