We are thrilled to celebrate the latest achievement of visual artist and Edna Manley College SVA alumnus, Matthew McCarthy, who has been selected to design a bold new mural for the iconic roundabout letters at the Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA).

This exciting project is a partnership between Kingston Creative and PAC Kingston Airport Limited (PACKAL), operators of NMIA, and invites a uniquely Jamaican perspective to greet travellers as they arrive on the island—it’s especially symbolic as the airport is currently undergoing a five-year development initiative to position it as a first-rate point of travel globally. Out of numerous submissions, Matthew’s concept stood out — a testament to his consistent creative vision and dynamic visual language.

Known on Instagram as @eyedealistworldwide, Matthew has been prolific since his days as a student at the College, using art as a vehicle for social commentary, cultural celebration, and visual storytelling through graffiti work around the city of Kingston. This selection comes as no surprise. His work continues to impact public spaces across Jamaica and has also gained recognition internationally.

We’re proud to see one of our own transforming the gateway to Kingston with his distinct artistic voice. Congratulations, Matthew — your creativity continues to make a powerful mark on Jamaica’s visual landscape!