Interactive Mural

Lewis and Clark Community College holds an annual contest to give current students the opportunity to leave their mark on campus in the form of an interactive mural. 

What Makes a Mural Interactive?

An interactive mural is one that incorporates a viewer's participation in the art itself. We're talking about an Insta-worthy piece of art that visitors can pose with and share on social media.

Timeline

Each year, we will put out a call for artwork to L&C students. The timeline allows for submissions to be collected, voted on and chosen, with an ample amount of time for the artist to complete the winning mural during the Spring semester.

This Year's Winner

“You Can Overcome Anything,”

Grace Becker, Graphic Design/Fine Arts, Class of 2025

“My design takes inspiration from medieval manuscripts. Visitors can pose with both the sword and shield or can team up with a partner. I chose a dragon to fight because they are large and malicious, and it can seem like there is no way to defeat them. The dragon symbolizes the great obstacles we face in life. As someone on the verge of graduating, everything can seem big and scary–but if you face your fears head on, you can overcome them.”

-Grace Becker

About the Artist

Grace Becker is a graphic design and fine arts student graduating in 2025 with her associate degree.

During her time at Lewis and Clark, she worked on the student newspaper, The Bridge, as a layout editor and graphic designer. She was also a member of the pottery club and took part in the Juried Student Art Show, where she won 1st place in 2024 with her piece titled “Self-portrait.”

At Edwardsville High School, she was also an active member in the arts. She helped paint the statue in honor of Jason Steward, located on the football field, was a member of the National Arts Honors Society and won first place in Visual Arts for the Walgreens Expression Challenge in 2018.

After graduation, Grace’s goal is to find a job in the field of graphic design while starting a business online where she can share her artistic work. With her knowledge of a wide variety of visual mediums, she hopes to continue perfecting her skills further while establishing her career.

L&C Interactive Mural Winners

• 2025-2026 - "You Can Overcome Anything,” by Grace Becker, Graphic Design/Fine Arts, Class of 2025
• 2024-2025 - “Becoming,” by Jeannette Carrington, Graphic Design, Class 2025
• 2023-2024 - "Grow Through What You Go Through," by Megan Doyle, Graphic Design, Class 2024 
• 2022-2023 - Avalon Eales, Graphic Design, Class of 2022
• 2021-2022 - “Moving Forward,” by Breanna Sak, Graphic Design, Class of 2021