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A beloved NoDa mural was mistakenly covered. The artist created an evolved iteration of the mural in its place

When you walk past the newest iteration of Bloom, Osiris Rain hopes it's comforting.

Emma Korynta

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Published: 9:02 AM EDT April 13, 2022
Updated: 11:38 PM EDT April 13, 2022

For years, a bright mural found at the intersection of North Davidson and 35th streets welcomed you into Charlotte's NoDa neighborhood. A man and a woman, each wearing a Queen Charlotte crown, were on either side with a single lotus between them. 

The popular mural, dubbed "Bloom" by the community, was a mainstay in the arts district – until it was mistakenly painted over.

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