Commuters on West Burnside in Portland can now feast their eyes on a new mural that encapsulates the spirit of Old Town. Spanning the back and sides of the Chevron gas station at Southwest 4th Avenue, this expansive piece of street art took the local artist Travis Fields two full winter months to complete, as reported by NBC16.

The mural aims not only to beautify the neighborhood but also to serve as a vibrant tribute to the iconic figures of Old Town, past and present. Among those featured is the late drag queen Darcelle XV, who has left to forever stamp their legacy upon the city's cultural fabric. "It wraps around the back and sides of the Chevron located on West Burnside at Southwest 4th Avenue," NBC16 described.

According to KATU News, artist Travis Fields immersed himself in the project with a passion for capturing the essence of Old Town. The dedication can be clearly seen in the intricate details and the vivid color selection, creating an art piece that is both a visual spectacle and a homage to the community.

The mural has quickly become a topic of conversation among locals and a selfie hotspot for tourists eager to capture its essence. Fields' work is thus transforming a mundane gas station wall into a canvas that tells the rich stories of Old Town's influential figures and invites passers-by to pause and appreciate the city's diverse heritage. "The mural features images of present and past icons from the area including the late drag icon Darcelle XV," KATU News highlighted.