In 2021, Storm was commissioned by the owners of Blur Nightclub, to paint her signature wallpaper pattern of The Cool People behind the VIP lounge. Storm covered the indoor wall with the ascending pattern work, popularizing the motif in the downtown area. After the mural completion inside, Storm was commissioned by the city in 2023 to create the 60-foot surrealist mural outside the building to carry forth the theme.
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A signature, The Cool People in the "ascension" pattern is a commonplace in the artist's portfolio and commissions. In a few hours, the black-and-white painting was executed, sound-tracked by the 1980-90's party music of the club's aesthetic. The song, "Happy Shiny People" is an associated theme song for eccentric Downtown Dunedin's locals, so it was only fitting to cohere The Cool People to their environment.
An artist interview aired on Dunedin's "Art Corner" once the bar started showcasing the new addition. The interview focused on her motif and artist bio with a conversation about Storm's work with face masks in 2020-21.
The Cool People wall became a well known image in the city, with locals commissioning exterior paintings of The Cool People on their homes. If you are interested in commissioning a mural, please submit an inquiry online, here.
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The nightclub is often rented out for music videos and television shows near the Tampa Bay area. The backdrop recently appeared in the Amazon Prime phone, “Life’s Rewards” Episode. 4 as seen below.
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