Brooklyn’s Largest New Mural in Brownsville

Photo by Gary Judkins @garypivot

Created in collaboration with NYC public art nonprofit ArtBridge and completed earlier this month on the side of a new affordable housing development at 326 Rockaway, King of Love is now the largest mural in Brooklyn — a 150-foot visual tribute to the identity, resilience, and cultural richness of the neighborhood. At its center is a powerful image of a young Black boy wearing a crown — a symbol of hope, promise, and strength — surrounded by meaningful iconography: boxing gloves stamped “Brownsville” nod to the area’s famed fighters; Caribbean flags represent the roots of many residents; and hip hop patches pay homage to local legends like M.O.P. and Duck Down Records.

Marka27 is a 2025 Frieze Impact Prize-winning artist known for his vibrant murals that fuse Afro-Latinx iconography with contemporary street art and social commentary. The mural continues his long-standing commitment to honoring BIPOC communities through public art. His studio practice blends fine art, graffiti, and design — and a visit offers a chance to see his process firsthand while exploring the creative approach behind a work so deeply rooted in place and community.