But that building, and the mural painted on it, belongs to Chase. The artist, Suzanne Sellers, has painted many of the best murals around town, including the streetscape on the back of the Houston Press building and the farmer's market alongside the Treebeards restaurant on Travis Street. We never considered it permanent, because it would be nice if someday someone built a new building on the vacant lot next door. Sellers agrees that the relationship between client and artist is an important factor in resolving potential disputes over a mural. Over the years, I've had wonderful relationships with my clients.
Murals are a great way to beautify the city and display a progressive, community-minded spirit.
But don't forget to establish a friendly relationship with the artist and establish a mutual understanding about the mural's long-term future. And getting one of those signed waivers wouldn't be a bad idea, either.