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“Every time I see a blank wall I think to myself, how cool would it be to have the world see my work on a large canvas.”

Those are the words of talented Dewayne Wilson, the artist who created the new “All Things Tullahoma” mural on the north side of Embroidery ‘n Vinyls’ building at 730 North Jackson Street.

Kimberly Shearin, Embroidery ‘n Vinyl owner, had reached out to Mr. Wilson earlier this year for some artistic help on a project so she knew he did quality work. Ms. Shearin loves all the murals around town but felt none had that hometown feel. She asked Wilson if he was willing to tackle a special mural.

He was and four weeks later “All Things Tullahoma” appeared.

According to Wilson, “Ms. Shearin came up with the idea and I just brought it to life. She wanted the mural to be a tribute to the “home team” so we went with that. I did the placement but it was kind of easy because she knew what she wanted.”

Ms. Shearin is very pleased with Wilson’s work.

“The final piece is flawless. He spent countless hours perfecting every detail of the piece. I am beyond grateful for his professionalism and artistry. I would highly recommend him to anyone without hesitation.”

Neighbor Mike Solomon, owner of Mike’s Tire offered his opinion of Wilson’s work. “I love it. He done good.”

Although this was Wilson’s first mural, he has been drawing since he was a child. In school he would draw cartoon characters for other children. In high school he started doing graffiti style art and architecture.

The mural features the word “Tullahoma” in bold print, Tullahoma High School Wildcat and band emblems, two airplanes acknowledging Tullahoma’s aviation heritage and the 931 telephone prefix.

Wilson was able to capture artistically “All Things Tullahoma” after living in Tullahoma for only the past four years. Prior to moving to Tullahoma, Mr. Wilson was homeless for a period.

He credits his fiancé, Emily Guntle “for believing in me and having faith in me and my work and pushing me to do more.”

At the present time Mr. Wilson is a SAHD (stay at home dad). “Outside of my kids I’m an artist and that’s why being able to do this mural meant so much to me because art is how I take care of my family.”

“I would love to be able to do more murals. There are a lot of blank walls in Tullahoma. I just need the green light. If anyone needs a new look for a wall they can reach me at 615-926-6222,” said Wilson.

Attention anyone with a blank wall: Wilson is available.