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Brooklyn Ottens
North Temple Murals: The Dream Quilt,
2026
Paint
The Dream Quilt was inspired by the concept of “home” and the sense of warmth, comfort, and belonging it evokes. Beginning with the image of a blanket, Brooklyn Ottens drew upon the tradition of patchwork quilting, where worn and repurposed fabrics are stitched together to create something new and meaningful. The mural uses the quilt as a metaphor for community, illustrating how diverse individuals, experiences, and contributions come together to shape a shared future and collective dream.
For Brooklyn Ottens, participating in the North Temple Mural Program was a meaningful opportunity to celebrate and contribute to the community she calls home. As a Fairpark neighborhood resident, she takes great pride in the Westside and the many vibrant communities that thrive there. Creating a mural for the project was both an honor and a chance to give back by adding beauty and inspiration to the neighborhood for residents and visitors alike.
Funded by the Salt Lake City Community Reinvestment Agency (CRA) and administered by the Salt Lake City Arts Council, this initiative brought new color, energy, and creativity to the corridor while celebrating the rich cultural identity already thriving within the community. By supporting small businesses and elevating local artists, the project strengthened neighborhood connections and fostered a deeper sense of place. Together, the six murals form a dynamic collection of public artworks that contribute to a more vibrant streetscape while honoring the stories, people, and perspectives that shape North Temple
Brooklyn Ottens (@brooklynlineco) bought a home on the west side, just blocks from North Temple and the State Fair Grounds, back in 2018, and has watched the neighborhood grow ever since. “We love the diversity of amenities you can find along North Temple, the public transit availability, and most of all the culture,” she shares. For Brooklyn, painting here is as much about community as it is about art.: “It’s been so fulfilling to get the opportunity to create public art for my community and inspiring to see the growth happening here.”
Photo credit: Salt Lake City Media
Location
KWP Apartments (First Step House)
4 North 1000 West
District 2
Artwork featured in header: Sun, Moon, & All Things In-Between by Michael Moonbird and Victoria Lyons
