Monday, February 6, 2012

New Mural


I go past this building all the time and just a couple of weeks ago noticed this mural which I think is new and replaces some flowers or something that had been painted on the wall. Judging by the imagery, it would seem to be a first nation artist who did the piece but I have been unable to find any info on it so far. I love all the bright colours especially during the grey winter!
Taking part in Monday Murals. For more murals click here.

21 comments:

Lowell said...

I agree with everything you said. And it is definitely an attention-getter!

Paul in Powell River said...

I like those end-piece heads!

Sharon said...

Very bright and attractive!

Shaun said...

This is blooming marvelous. Whoever done this should be very proud of themselves. Thanks for sharing
Shaun

Sandy said...

I can see how this mural would brighten your day. =)

Kate said...

I enjoy any kind of art that tries to honor an indigenous society. Indians in both Canada and the US have suffered mightily in the past and are sell viewed in prejudicial ways by many, too many, people. I love this art, the forms used and the colors.

Mo said...

A bit of an Hawaian feel to the piece

Anonymous said...

Totally Awesome!

ArtandArchitecture-SF.com said...

Wonderful colors, a little Peter Max in there, and I agree, appears to be first nation art as well. Nice capture

LĂșcia said...

What a colourful mural you've found!
I took some shots of street art this morning. ;-)

Melbourne Australia Photos said...

Beautiful find, Pat. I hope that the taggers don't get to it...

Regina K said...

I like the blend of colors in this mural

Randy said...

Love the totem.

CaT said...

i like the 2 faces on either side... when you look quickly you dont see them...
ah, and now i notice the one next to the cross, on the left. interesting..!

Oakland Daily Photo said...

I'm glad I'm not the only one who saw the influence of Peter Max in this mural. The artist signed it in the upper right quadrant and his signature looks to take the shape of of a wolf. Can anyone read the name? What is the significance of the wolf in Canadian tribal mythology? Questions and more questions. Wonderful contributions to Monday Murals. Thanks for participating and let us know if you find out more info.

Andy said...

Nice capture. When I post my photos of murals I also like to give artist their due credit. Unfortunately most of the time this information is difficult to find.

PerthDailyPhoto said...

Love it Red, very psychedelic!!

geoffsteen said...

Far out!

EG CameraGirl said...

The colours are cheerful and I agree that it looks like it was done by a First Nations artist.

Halcyon said...

I like the totem. And the colors are nice too!

Unknown said...

Another great one! Love the totem.

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