Omani Hamer, a single mum from the Fylde coast, has turned her plain rental into a bold expression of art. Using spray paint, she decorated her fridge, garden fence, and even her car. The transformation brought color and creativity into her everyday surroundings, with full permission from her landlord.
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Grey Fridge Sparked the Makeover
Omani felt her grey fridge was too dull and uninspiring for a family kitchen. She described it as a “cold, grey box” and decided to paint it. Using spray paint and protective wrapping paper, she created a mural showing a wide mouth with rainbow-colored “saliva,” symbolizing the act of eating and the importance of joyful mealtime rituals.
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Art Blooms Across the Garden Fence
Her creativity expanded outdoors to the garden fence, which was originally plain and colorless. Wanting a brighter play space for her five-year-old son, Omani painted flower murals and fantasy creatures. This transformed the garden into a more inviting and magical environment, reflecting her artistic vision and giving her son a colorful place to play.
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Landlord Gave the Green Light
Before painting any part of the rented property, Omani asked her landlord for permission. He approved her request to paint the fence panels, allowing her to proceed without worry. This simple act of permission gave her the freedom to personalize the space, showing how communication between renters and landlords can support creativity in rental homes.
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She Even Painted Her Car
Omani’s artistic energy did not stop at home. She also painted her car with bright, expressive designs. Her freehand mural work reflects her background in special effects makeup and body painting. As her creativity gained momentum, people in her local area began noticing her work and asking her to paint murals for them as well.
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A Creative Bond With Her Son
Omani’s five-year-old son has started creating art of his own, inspired by his mother’s work. He recently painted his toy car and regularly joined her creative activities. Omani says he is amazed by their colorful home and tells her it “blows his mind.” This shared interest has helped foster a strong and creative bond between them.
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Fridge Mural Became a Statement Piece
To create the fridge mural, Omani used old wrapping paper to shield the kitchen and sprayed freehand directly onto the appliance. She described the design as a statement about how we view everyday routines like eating. What was once a dull, grey fridge became a bright and imaginative focal point that brings joy to her kitchen.
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Recognized by Blackpool Art Gallery
Omani, who works under the name OneHopeArtistry, has had her work featured in the Grundy Art Gallery in Blackpool. Her distinctive mural style, combining playfulness and color, has earned her local recognition. She has also been approached by others in the area for custom artwork, including murals on private cars and other surfaces.
