Alchemy in Skid Row: Wonderful Public Art and Installations by S.C. Mero

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S.C. Mero is an American public artist and self-described ‘alchemist’ who brightens up city streets with fun and colorful installations. Her artworks are often interactive, encouraging passersby to stop and enjoy the moment.

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She explores the city looking for mundane objects or things that might be easily overlooked and transforms them into something whimsical and unexpected. Whether it’s a giant mailbox or a skateboarding astronaut, S.C. Mero’s art always brings a smile to people’s faces. Her ultimate goal is to spread joy and spark conversations through her artworks.

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