In this episode of Life Along the Streetcar, we meet Pen Macias, the vibrant muralist and creative force known as Desert Pen. From painting her parents’ walls as a teenager to transforming public spaces across Tucson, Pen’s journey is one of passion, place, and profound artistic vision. We talk about how a pandemic project launched a career, how Fourth Avenue felt like home at first sight, and how she’s using both virtual reality and vinyl wraps to shape the future of public art. Pen also opens up about her role in the Tucson 250+ celebration and how her mural honors the powerful women woven into Tucson’s history. With humor, heart, and (of course) giant earrings, Pen brings color to our city and to this conversation. 🌵 Whether you’re a mural fan, a Tucson local, or just love a good creative origin story, this episode is for you. 🔗 Follow Life Along the Streetcar 🎧 More episodes: https://lifealongthestreetcar.org 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/LifeAlongTheStreetcar 🎵 SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/lifealongthestreetcar 👍 Like what you hear? 💬 Leave a comment to tell us your favorite mural in Tucson! 🔁 Repost to spread the word about local art! 📥 Follow us for new episodes every week celebrating the people, places, and stories that shape Tucson.