A look at the new mural coming to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

Taking inspiration from the numerous murals and other works of art that decorate building exteriors throughout New Orleans, a new mural will be part of the queue of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure attraction coming to Disneyland and Walt Disney World.

Disney is providing a first look at the mural that was created by Louisiana artist Malaika Favorite.

According to Disney, “When we were exploring how to introduce guests to the story of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure as they prepared to embark on the attraction, maintaining the authenticity of Princess Tiana’s experience as a young Black woman striving to achieve her dream in the soulful backdrop of New Orleans was one of our highest priorities. It only makes sense that an extensive search for an artist who could bring our vision to life brought us to Malaika’s doorstep.

Malaika’s art currently graces the halls of the Baton Rouge Gallery with a striking collection that explores the cultural heritage of African Americans and who we are as a people. Her artistic talent has been evident since she was old enough to hold a paintbrush. By the first grade, teachers were already paying her to commission pictures and posters. Her skills have only continued to blossom since then as she transforms canvas, wood, and metal into eye-catching displays.”

Here’s a look at the new mural.