10+ Years Experience
Christopher Ritter
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Collaboration, Social Practice
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About the Artist
Christopher A. Ritter is an award-winning designer, artist, and entrepreneur.Throughout his design career, he’s worked with notable brands such as adidas, GE, lululemon, and the New Orleans Pelicans. As an artist, he’s collaborated with and has had his work shown beside notable artists such as FAILE, The London Police, Ivan Crush, Vinz Feel Free, and Gene Spatz.
“Beauty is Everywhere” invites viewers to open their eyes and discover the extraordinary in the ordinary. Inspired by Confucius’s wisdom—“everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it”—this mural challenges us to shift our perspectives and appreciate the richness around us.
As French-American artist Louise Bourgeois articulated, the act of sewing is a process of emotional repair. In this work, iconic illustrated women are “sewn together” to create a unified face, symbolizing the interconnectedness of diverse cultures and identities. Each visage blends elements from various ethnicities, celebrating our shared humanity and the beauty of embracing our differences.
Flanked by textile patterns from the Sandwich Islands, the Middle East, and India, the mural honors global beauty while inviting reflection on the aesthetics of College Hill. Measuring 16 feet × 60 feet on the side of Silk Road Textiles, this vibrant artwork transforms the urban landscape into a canvas of appreciation and awareness.
Through layered imagery and intricate patterns, the work weaves together statements about identity, fashion, and the importance of recognizing beauty in our surroundings.
“M. Cora Dow” pays homage to the entrepreneur and pioneering pharmacist, Cora Dow. After acquiring Dow’s Drugs from her father in 1885, Cora expanded the business to 11 stores, making it the nation’s second-largest chain of pharmacies. In addition to her business acumen, Dow made significant advances for women in the field of pharmacy. Under her leadership, she ensured a comfortable experience for women in her stores. As a result, Dow’s Drug Stores were designed with a feminine appeal, and female pharmacists were hired at equal pay to men. Dow’s legacy endures, with over half of pharmacists now being women. The nearby intersection of Hamilton and Cedar Avenues is named “Dow’s Corner” in her honor.
The mural draws inspiration from period-appropriate ghost signs and the bold aesthetic of Pop Art, serving as a visual testament to Cora Dow. Designed by Christopher A. Ritter, it features a 17-foot-tall portrait of Cora overlooking College Hill. Surrounding her are a series of iconic Dow’s Drugs medicine bottles, guiding viewers through the artwork and illustrating the wide variety of products and services the stores provided to their communities.
40in. x 30in. mixed media developed for Soul, Sequins & Solid Gold.
Part of a collage series for the short film "What a Lovely Way to Burn"
Part of a series of open-source illustrations created around the concept of “sleep.”
