This Born Again Babaylan mural, created by Bekah Badilla, is located on the eastside of Bend, Oregon. Bekah is a Filipina/White American who was born in Alaska and now lives in Bend.
The first photo shows a close up of Babaylan.
The second photo shows the entire 18′ x 44′ mural in the light of dawn.
The artist put a lot of thought into this work. Here is an excerpt from her site describing the Born Again Babaylan mural:
Read more: Born Again Babaylan mural: LAPC & MM“In the piece, I combine symbols of past, present and future—making the linear construct of time obsolete. Melting out of the glacial ice is the spirit of a Babaylan, a matriarchal leader, spirit guide and warrior prevalent in pre-colonial Philippines. The Babaylan embodies both technology and nature, offering knowledge and guidance not through elitism and brute force but through spirituality, mysticism and ancestral strength.”
The third photo shows a close up of a young warrior.
The fourth photo shows a close up of circuit boards. This mural, sponsored by computer repair company, Mactek, is located in their parking area. Born Again Babaylan represents mysteries of the past and technology of the future.
Please visit Bekah’s website for more about this mural. She highlights the history of local Indigenous peoples. Bekah emphasizes the importance of social justice and equality in much of her work.
Beautiful!
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Thank you, Art!
Amazing work.
Yes, it’s an impressive mural! 🙂
Very inspiring mural, thanks for posting it.
Thanks! glad you liked it.
What a beautiful example Siobhan. So glad you showed us detail as well as the entire work. A noble cause well-served.
Thank you, Tina!
So pretty, love the colours. Quite a big mural too. Thanks for participating in Monday Murals.
Thank you, Sami!
Beautiful, yet powful! Thank you for showing the close up images.
The link gives great information. Her artworks have strong messages, she is a young and talent artist.
Thanks!!
Thanks, Amy! Yes, her site shows her passion for art and Native peoples.
Wow, what a stunning piece! Thank yo for including the close-ups too. I would never have realised there were circuit boards incorporated if I’d only looked at the overall image!
Yeah, its one of my favorites! Glad you liked the addition of the close-ups. 🔍
I love this mural, Siobhan! Great design and concept. Your explanation was wonderful, too.
Thanks, Patti!
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