Created by prolific DC mural artist Aniekan Udofia in Blagden Alley, located in the Shaw neighborhood. I believe it’s one of his Shaolin Pencil series.

Says Udofia: "My goal is to celebrate our similarities instead of our differences. I work in series, where I get to develop a specific theme over a course of several paintings. Each one of these represents my own journey in life, my growth, and the progress of my career. For example, the Reloaded series features a pencil as the weapon of choice for the different characters I paint. It speaks of the creative power that’s inherent in us and how we all share the potential of unlocking it. The pencil is also featured in my other series, 'Return of the Shaolin Pencil,' as well as some of my public works. Since these works are usually commissioned, my focus is on capturing the essence of DC, its unique energetic tone, and rich cultural history.”

Best to view in "Original" because other versions resized by Pbase are decidedly
unsharp.

Bad news: Fencing and closures may become permanent, posted earlier: