Archive · 6 Aug 2025
Australian Artist Paints Murals on US Midwest Silos
An Australian artist, Guido van Helten, is creating a giant mural on a grain elevator in Minot, North Dakota.
He interviews local residents to learn their stories.
The mural will showcase the community's culture and history.
He uses special paint that blends in with the building.
The project, paid for by donations, aims to improve the appearance of the old silos.
The artwork reflects the area's land, farming, and Native American perspectives.
Guido van Helten is painting a large mural on a grain elevator in Minot, North Dakota.
The mural will combine photography and painting to depict the area's people and culture.
Van Helten uses mineral silicate paint that bonds with concrete, lasting a long time.
The artist is inspired by concepts of land, ranching, the oil field, and Native American perspectives.
The project, funded by donations, aims to revitalize the former Union Silos, costing approximately $350,000.
- Who
- Guido van Helten, an Australian artist.
- What
- An Australian artist is creating a large mural on a grain elevator.
- When
- The artist began painting in Minot in May.
- Where
- Minot, North Dakota, U.S.
- Why
- To share stories and give identity to the community and revitalize the landscape.
- Artist
- Guido van Helten
- Location
- Minot, North Dakota
- Subject
- People and culture of the area
- Structure
- Grain elevator/former Union Silos
- Funding
- Donations
- Paint
- Mineral silicate
- Cost
- $350,000