This project is dedicated to Niagara Falls boxer Calvin 'Pop' Porter. Porter was a member of the American Olympic team which boycotted the 1980 Olympics in Moscow before he turned pro in 82'. He fought 13 times as a professional, retiring with a 10-3 record including 7 KO victories. Porter may never have worn the light-middleweight title belt, but he will always be a champion in the eyes of his family and the youth he inspired.

I designed this mural depicting Porter with the intention of shedding light on Porter’s life through intentionally using vibrant colors. When viewers see this mural, I want the colors to pull them into the portrait, to educate them on who ‘Pop’ was and what he means for the City of Niagara Falls.