MJ Lindo


In her home studio piled high with cactus, ferns and philodendrons, Maria-Jose ( MJ) Lindo-Lawyer brings to life alternative universes of whimsical and dark fantastical realms. A self-taught explorer in different mediums, MJ has fallen in love with the depths of texture she has found in oil paint and wooden canvases. Using creamy pastels and rich skin tones, MJ builds worlds of whimsy. Now translated to mural work, MJ has told versions of her own life story and those of other diverse women through depictions of their bold grace on the move through dreamlike spaces. She discovers her inspiration and unwavering support in the artistry and partnership of her husband, Joshua Lawyer

MJ is excited to hear clients' ideas for murals and explore how Rough Edge Collective can bring those visions to life while expanding her creative horizons. Check out her past work and socials below!

Portfolio

Rough Edge Collective's whimsical mural at Shady Oak Brewing Company incorporates the brewery's flying barrel submark by turning them into fireflies. Located in Santa Rosa, California.

Shady Oak – Private commission for Shady Oak Barrel House; Santa Rosa, California – July 2021, 25‘ x 50‘, Exterior House Paint

Warming Up – Commissioned by Napa Valley College and VOLZ company, this was a collaborative design between members of the student body, staff and Rough Edge Collective, October 2024 18’ x 75’

Building Upon - Commissioned by Caltrans and the Monterey Arts Council; Salinas, California – June 2023, 6400 sq ft (6 walls total) , Exterior House Paint

Legacy Weavers – Commissioned by the city of Memphis; Memphis, Tennessee – October 2024 , 15‘ x 30‘ , Exterior House Paint

Leaving the nest I – Commissioned by the city of Norwalk, Connecticut – July 2024, DOT, 20’ x 200’, Exterior House Paint

Leaving the nest lI – Commissioned by the city of Norwalk, Connecticut – July 2024, DOT, 20’ x 200’, Exterior House Paint

MJ Lindo-Lawyer's vibrant work Pandamonium brings color and playfulness to a downtown Sacramento wall

Pandamonium – Commissioned by the City of Sacramento in collaboration with Wide Open Walls; Sacramento, California – September 2020, 30’ x 150’ , Exterior House Paint

Wouj – Commissioned by the City of Boulder, in collaboration with Street Wise Arts; Boulder, Colorado – September 2021, 15‘ x 20‘, Exterior House Paint

Awakening Potential l – Commissioned by Juvenile Justice Center; Santa Rosa, California – April 2024, 20’ x 20 ‘

Awakening Potential ll – Commissioned by Juvenile Justice Center; Santa Rosa, California – April 2024, 20’ x 20 ‘

Awakening Potential ll – Commissioned by Juvenile Justice Center; Santa Rosa, California – April 2024, 20’ x 20 ‘

Awakening Potential lll – Commissioned by Juvenile Justice Center, Santa Rosa, California – April 2024, 20’ x 20 ‘

Midnight Embrace – Private commission in London, United Kingdom – September 2024, 10’ x 10’, Exterior House Paint

Medusa – Commissioned by Hands off the Wall for the City of Munich; Munich, Germany – July 2023, 30’ x 40’, Exterior House Paint

Safe Space – Private commission for Safe Space Body Works; Sacramento, California – September 2022, 25’ x 60’, Exterior House Paint

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