Wolf LIke Me (2026)

Wolf like me (2026)

Artist: Taylor Shaw (aka LAZERCHEF)

Medium: Paint on Concrete

Location: Kimbrough Greenway Trailhead , 8108 Wolf River Blvd, Germantown, TN 38138

Description:

This mural draws from the natural and cultural history of the Wolf River. The canine figure represents not only the wolves that once roamed Memphis but the Chickasaw people who lived in this region, referencing “Ofi’ Tohbi’,” the Chickasaw term for “white dog.” Native elements like wild bergamot and the endangered naked sand darter reflect the river’s ecology.

This project is funded by the Germantown Public Art Program 

Artist: Taylor Shaw (aka LAZERCHEF)

Currently based in Oxford, Mississippi, Taylor Shaw (also known as LAZERCHEF) is a versatile muralist and sculptor whose professional background includes roles as a chef and professor. He earned a BFA in Painting from Mississippi State University and an MFA in Sculpture from the University of Georgia. Originally from Destin, Florida, Shaw creates large-scale public art across the United States and internationally, specializing in bold geometric designs that integrate community input with local storytelling and regional landscapes.