Driftless Winds
Flamingo Swirl Mural
Madison Flower Flash, 2021
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Mural Installation View. Photo courtesy of Madison Public Art Project
Photo Credit: JanTheVoyager
On View
Installed September 3rd, 2025
849 East Washington Ave. Madison WI 53703
The artist known as Jan the Voyager, is a Wisconsin-based painter. This lively and colorful 20’ by 38’ wall reflects the splendor and beauty of Wisconsin, inspired by the Driftless region, in a rich visual artistic landscape that further connects our sense of place- one rooted in memory, texture, and the land itself. The scenic reflection captures the beauty of the landscape showing the gentle rhythm of rural life. Artist Drew York assisted in the creation of this contemporary mural which depicts a beautiful day in Wisconsin complete with red barns tucked into hillsides, a blue sky with birds in flight, a tractor, and produce from the local farmers' market. The layered rural landscape showcases a lake with winding rivers and quiet streams, rolling hills, soft lavender fields, rock formations, an elm tree, blooming sunflowers, and cows grazing the meadow. There are a few figures, a farmer and a more contemporary dressed fly fisher who is a Badgers fan, too!
This project was commissioned by Neutral and managed by the Madison Public Art Project.
ARTIST FULLY PAID UPDATE!
April 9, 2026, Madison, WI—Madison Public Art Project (MPAP) announces the full repayment of payment due to the artist for two murals. Janson Rapisarda, who paints under the moniker @cerastreetart answered an art call organized by Madison Public Art Project in 2025 and was chosen as the selected artist for the project. The building is located at 849 East Washington Ave. Madison, WI 53703. The mural work was commissioned by Neutral with all funding to be provided by the developer. MPAP was not the funder on this project and was not responsible for payment to the artist.
MPAP Founder and Creative Director Jillian Talarczyk said “We started working on this art scope planning in 2022 and it took four years of time and energy. Ensuring the artist was fully paid was our top priority over this past year. We are so relieved that the artist has now been paid in full for this gorgeous work that will benefit the community for years to come. The art speaks to the history of the neighborhood, fosters community, and stands as a significant contribution of artistic achievement. This project underscores MPAP’s dedication of transparency, accountability, and commitment of supporting artists. I want to thank our legal support for their unbelievable hard work on this project.” The nonprofit hopes to keep the exterior wall as a rotating art gallery wall in Madison with art that will change every 5- 7 yrs offering ongoing visual inspiration to the community.
Artist, Jan the Voyager, painting the mural at Bakers Place.
Photo credit: Cut the Deck Creative
Artists WIP painting the rotating mural wall at Bakers Place.
Photo credit: Cut the Deck Creative
Artist, 1000beans, assisting the mural painting at Bakers Place.
Photo credit: Cut the Deck Creative
Artist's use Meta Quest VR technology during Bakers Place mural painting.
Photo courtesy of Madison Public Art Project and the Artist.
Mural WIP
Photo courtesy of Madison Public Art Project and the Artist.
About the Artist @janthevoyager
Jan is a muralist working in the public space for over a decade. He works with themes and subjects to create a lively, playful, detailed, and engaging compositions that engage the viewer. His process of storytelling visually celebrates themes of adventure, independence, and wonder. Within his work are embellishments and adornments to figures and elaborate on the content within the work. His impressive and engaging murals can be found throughout Milwaukee, Chicago, Baltimore, New Orleans, Philadelphia, and Indiana.
Mural Assistant @1000beans
Drew Orendorff assisted with this large format mural. His artist statement reads: "I paint big, bold murals that bring spaces to life. My work is rooted in street art, nature, and urban landscapes, blending movement, energy, and intricate details with bright colors and dynamic compositions. I’m passionate about using art to transform blank walls into landmarks—pieces that stand out and connect with people in a real way."
About Bakers Place
Bakers Place is a 206-unit market rate development consisting of a new 14-story residential building with 206 units and a full restoration of the existing building. The building is located at 10 S Paterson St in downtown Madison and is situated on the former site of the Gardner Bakery on East Washington Avenue which closed in 2019. Famous for its bread and buns, the original bakery opened in 1928 and served the neighborhood for 90 years. The building pays tribute to the site in architecturally significant details by renovating the original structure of the bakery and re-purposing it into lofted residential units and by partnering with local bakers. The construction of this building was built to the LEED certification using mass timber construction which helps reduce carbon emissions.
Learn more at: https://livebakersplace.com
Mural Installation View. Photo courtesy of the Artist & Madison Public Art Project
Photo Credit: JanTheVoyager
Art & Music
The artist was excited to join the MPAP Artist Spotify channel. Listen to his music playlist here that he listened to when creating this impressive mural.
Upcoming Mural Arts Tour!
Stay tuned for guided mural tours, upcoming events to meet the artist, and learn more about this impressive project.
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