Arizona’s art scene has reached new heights! Artist and creative visionary Leila Parnian has completed a record breaking mural stretching 230 feet high on the soon-to-open Saiya Apartment Building in downtown Phoenix, now the tallest mural in Arizona.
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“This mural is a culmination of 21 years of hard work,” said Parnian, who is a first generation Arizona native.“I believed in myself and chose not to give up. I want this to be a beacon of hope for creatives everywhere to show that art is not just a hobby, it can be a thriving business.”
Parnian freehanded the entire mural using an architectural scale while suspended to the side of the highrise on a swing stage, a metal platform powered by dual motors and steel cables. She and her team braved intense heat and even a small monsoon to complete the piece. Assisting her were artists Danny Lorden and Shawn Forton.
“Supporting local artists isn’t just about showcasing talent, it’s about investing in the soul of our community,” said Oz Friedmann at Saiya Apartments.“We believe that art brings people together, sparks conversation, and reflects the vibrant culture that makes Downtown Phoenix so special.”
The mural is more than a record-breaking work of art, it’s a declaration. “Take ‘no’ as a speed bump, not a stop sign,” Parnian says. “This is about breaking boundaries, doing things out of the norm, and taking risks.”
Leila’s creative reach extends far beyond murals. She designs epoxy furniture and bar tops, paints mannequins and custom paintings, teaches therapeutic TheraPour® art classes, creative visionary and interior designer at Parnian Furniture and also DJ’s. Her work is bold, loud, powerful, and deeply personal.
For Parnian this project is about putting Arizona’s creative’s on the map and inspiring the next generation to dream bigger.
For more information or to book a consultation with Leila Parnian visit leilaparnian.com, visit her studio inside Parnian Furniture and follow her work on Instagram @leilaparnian. BTS of the mural is in her YouTube.com/@Leilaparnian
