Violet King

Artist(s): Curtia Wright

Category: Abstract, Contemporary, Creative Realism, Geometric, Graphic, Heritage, Illustration, Patterns, Portrait

Completed: 2022

“My design is based on the first Black woman lawyer in Canada, Violet King. I choose to depict her in my design not only due to her connection to Alberta, being born in Calgary October 18th 1929, but for her prevalence as a figure of Canadian History. Violet was an adamant purveyor of justice practicing criminal law in Calgary and later in the US. This mural will serve as a memorial and celebration of Kings life and legacy with a hope that more folks will learn about her story.”

https://www.instagram.com/reel/ChxlZ6op_oc/

Text taken from yycbump.ca

On wall of Nuvo Hotel Suites

Part of YYC BUMP (Beltline Urban Murals Project)
Sponsored by TD Canada Trust

For More Information: https://tinyurl.com/5n672zdw