University of Iowa-based artist Emily Edwards painted two murals at the Mutchler Community Center in Bloomfield, IA. With input from the staff and community, the artist created a design that brings a sense of energy and excitement to the space and serves as a memorable community touchpoint.

The Mutchler Community Center in Bloomfield, IA, is a hub for all ages. The 18,000 square-feet building was constructed in 1999 through a generous gift from local farmer Glen Mutchler. It has a full gymnasium that hosts volleyball and basketball tournaments and pickleball games, an elevated track, a large meeting space, billiards and table tennis, and a weight and fitness machine area. The center currently has almost all white walls and the director is seeking a more vibrant look. 

Edwards used symbols that reflect the building and its environs, including sports gear and the courthouse, to capture the essence of the center and its many uses.