TITLE

Tropical Tetris

ARTIST

Jimi Keirn

CREATED

March 23, 2026

LOCATION

8195 Col Rowe (2nd & Wisconsin)

ABOUT THIS PIECE

This piece is a vibrant celebration of the RGV’s energy, aptly titled "Tropical Tetris." Inspired by the same bold palette as "Tropical Grooves," this mural transforms a pipe into a playful puzzle of culture and color. Each interlocking block—packed with punchy hibiscus blooms and lush monstera leaves—fits together like a high-score game of Tetris, mirroring how our diverse community traditions stack and blend perfectly. The electric oranges, deep magentas, and bright teals are a direct nod to the rich, colorful heritage of McAllen, bringing a dose of tropical joy to the landscape. It’s a fun, rhythmic exploration of shape and spirit.  - Jimi Keirn

ABOUT THIS ARTIST

Jimi Keirn is a self-taught artist from McAllen, TX. He paints feelings using color and motion. Every experience and every moment of every day comes with feelings. For years, he suppressed and ran from those feelings. He was unsure what they meant, didn’t like how they felt, and inevitably ran from them. Avoiding his feelings led to loneliness and isolation, stunting his emotional and spiritual growth. But then he found art. Painting allows him to set those emotions free. It lets him put onto canvas what he can’t put into words. His hope is that my art connects to everyone on some level.