Tucson’s New 3-Story Desert Art Mural | Tucson News

Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Tucson is about to get a jaw-dropping new landmark: a three-story mural titled “Paula Verde” by artist Ignacio Garcia, set to bloom on a downtown parking garage. Inspired by the state tree, the mural features a graceful feminine figure whose dress merges with vibrant yellow palo verde blossoms, symbolizing Tucson’s desert soul and rising art scene. Working with his mentee Coan, Garcia is tackling the massive scale with a custom grid system and constant perspective checks from across the street. Amid permits, traffic, and long days, they’re aiming for perfection — turning this mural into a…