Shawn Crookshank touches up an uncovered mural he painted years ago when he owned the Starving Artist Café in Abingdon. The mural recently was discovered by Baset Aybb of Mamma Mia’s Italiano Restaurante when he began renovations to add an outdoor dining space.
Carolyn R. Wilson | For the Washington County News
Baset Aybb of Mamma Mia’s Italiano Restaurante, left, and Shawn Crookshank, who operated Starving Artist Café in the same building eleven years ago, talk about their plans to give new life to the outdoor mural that has been hiding under panels since before the café closed in 2007.
Buried Mural
The uncovered mural on the west side of the building showcases a funky African-style of art Shawn Crookshank became known for many years ago.
Carolyn R. Wilson | For the Washington County News
The uncovered mural on the west side of the building showcases a funky African-style of art Shawn Crookshank became known for many years ago.
Carolyn R. Wilson | For the Washington County News
Shawn Crookshank touches up an uncovered mural he painted years ago when he owned the Starving Artist Café in Abingdon. The mural recently was discovered by Baset Aybb of Mamma Mia’s Italiano Restaurante when he began renovations to add an outdoor dining space.
Carolyn R. Wilson | For the Washington County News
Baset Aybb of Mamma Mia’s Italiano Restaurante, left, and Shawn Crookshank, who operated Starving Artist Café in the same building eleven years ago, talk about their plans to give new life to the outdoor mural that has been hiding under panels since before the café closed in 2007.
