
Wings of the Desert - Las Vegas, NV
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beagle39z
N 36° 11.727 W 115° 04.795
11S E 672634 N 4007335
ZAP 16 will be located along Lamb Blvd, from Craig Rd to Owens. Six traffic light cabinets on the corners of the main intersections will be painted by six different artists.
Waymark Code: WM1CDP9
Location: Nevada, United States
Date Posted: 08/03/2025
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In this striking double exposure piece, a woman’s figure seamlessly merges with the delicate wings of a butterfly, capturing the fragile yet resilient nature of both the human spirit and the desert landscape. The butterfly wings intricate and ethereal, symbolized transformation, hope, and the enduring beauty that emerges from the harshest environments. The wings are not just a metaphor for change, but for freedom – a reminder that, like the butterfly, we can all rise from adversity. Behind this ethereal figure lies the vast expanse of the Las Vegas Valley, its sun-drenched mountains and desert terrain sprawling as a backdrop. These iconic landscapes are more than just a setting; they represent the artist’s deep-rooted connection to her childhood home in the heart of the Nevada desert. The rugged, sometimes unforgiving beauty of the desert is reflected in the contrast between the woman’s softness and the harshness of the land, paying homage to both the challenges and the profound serenity that the desert offers. The fusion of the woman and the landscape speaks to a deeper narrative of personal growth, of finding beauty in the barren, and of holding onto hope amidst life’s complexities. Through this work, the artist honors the desert quiet strength and the transformative power it holds, not only in the landscape but also within the soul.
Located: N Lamb Blvd & E Lake Mead Blvd
Name of Artist: Madison Watson
 Title of the Art: Wings of the Desert
 Year Decorated: 2023

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