23 Public Murals That Didn’t Turn Out As Planned (23 photos)

Public murals have the potential to transform dull cityscapes into vibrant and engaging works of art that can uplift communities and beautify urban environments. However, not all murals manage to achieve their intended effect. Sometimes, despite the artist’s best intentions, the final result can miss the mark in various ways. Whether it’s due to technical issues, poor planning, or simply a mismatch with the community’s tastes, these murals stand out for the wrong reasons. Here are 23 examples of public murals that, despite good intentions and efforts, didn’t turn out as planned and missed the mark.