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When the art on the walls becomes as craveable as the food

Bland branding elements inside restaurants are a thing of the past as chains tap the creative visual talent of the contemporary art world. In some cases, that art has increased hugely in value and is attracting collectors.
Two artists have designed the murals at all of Dave's Hot Chicken's more than 200 units since the first opened in 2017. Photos courtesy of Valyou Inc. and Dave's Hot Chicken.

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