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‘We all have a soft spot for treats,’ artist behind new Pilsen mural says

The mural “Sweet Dreams” by the artist Luyu. (Robert Herguth / Sun-Times)

A new mural in Pilsen doesn’t just celebrate sweets but also how sugary treats can make us feel good.

“In this piece, my character dons a whipped cream Teddy bear costume, cradling a bubble tea,” says its creator, the artist who goes by the name Luyu, who painted the piece on a viaduct on Racine Avenue near 16th Street in August as part of a larger effort to beautify the space.

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