Mural for the restaurant "Evolution" and 42 Hotel

426 S 5th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211

This mural celebrates the spirit of evolution and passion through the story of the Brooklyn Bridge. Blending the bridge’s historic construction with its present-day silhouette against the NYC skyline, the piece flows seamlessly from past to present—reminding us that growth is not a one-time event, but a continuous journey.

The second mural captures the neighborhood's dynamic energy with a color palette carefully chosen to harmonize with the restaurant's interior. It also serves as a personal homage to Chef Eric LeVine, with his signature mantra, “Fire it up,” boldly woven into the design. It’s a call to stay driven, stay inspired, and never be afraid to begin again with full force.

Media Highlights

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The Evolution by Chef Eric LeVine showcases two hand-painted murals by Karina Smyrnova that give artful nods to the neighborhood. One illustrates the evolution of the Brooklyn Bridge, and the other celebrates Brooklyn’s iconic brownstones.
April 22, 2025
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The design is cozy and rustic, enhanced by candles, mirrors, and two murals by Karina Smyrnova—one depicting the evolution of the Brooklyn Bridge and the other highlighting iconic Brooklyn brownstone buildings.
April 22, 2025
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Artist Karina Smyrnova created a mural of the Brooklyn Bridge that shows how the bridge has evolved from its initial construction in the 1800s to today. "I was like, 'This is what I want,' and [Smyrnova] just took it and ran," Eric LeVine said. "It was beautiful."
April 16, 2025