Abstract

Abstract art uses visual language of shape, form, color and line to create a composition which may exist with a degree of independence from visual references in the world.

  • Willowsheen

    Discover this spectacular 4400 square foot mural downtown on the alleyway walls between Talbot Street and the Moore Street parking lot. On the east wall, the orange and red colours feel hot, like sunrise into midday; on the west wall, the green and blue shades feel cool, comparable to late afternoon and sunset. The mechanical and digital forms that tower over the trees on both sides of the alley indicate human intervention into the natural environment, almost akin to alien spaceships.

  • Tril/Rapidé

    MEDIAH’s bold and intricate linework represents two of St.Thomas’ landmarks. First, the lines represent the intersection of two historical roads which created St.Thomas’ location. Second, they represent the railway junctions and railway tracks that were built in the late 19th and early 20th century that ‘The Railway City’ is renowned for. The modern urban aesthetic of the artwork represents a progressive future as St. Thomas rebrands itself with a new identity that represents the City’s commitment to a progressive future for citizens and businesses alike.

  • Substrait

    The piece entitled ‘SUBSTRAIT’ is inspired by the famous St.Thomas railway system and the town’s industrial progression. This piece is meant to bridge the gap between the town’s past and innovative future and to uplift and inspire residents of all generations.

  • Protocol IK

    Located at the home of the Ignite Teen Centre and Steam Education Centre, Protocol IK is meant to excite the youth that visit the centre.
    Protocol IK speaks to our digital future, and how youth are working to navigate that frenetic landscape.

  • Many Faces

    Murals tend to show a town’s flair for the arts and culture in the area. It is a great opportunity to put forth street-side imagery that the community can enjoy but also reflect upon as to what it says about not only the artists living within the community but also their experience. Jac wanted to bring the idea of “Many Faces” to showcase an intricate expression of the area.

  • Field of Dreams

    Here the artist is representing youth in the community and the dandelions represent wishes for the future. A field of dreams. The ice cream, while tieing into the Ice Box ice cream shop also stands in for the fun, vibrancy, and diversity our youth represents taking us into that future they set out through their dreams and imaginings.

  • Solar Cycles

    Jessica Semenoff was selected for the Sunnyside Murals Project, a new initiative to curate public murals on Sunnyside walls, in Calgary, AB. The mural is approximately 109 sq ft and is titled Solar Cycles. The main idea behind this work are the Calgary sunsets and sunrises. The colours lead into a night sky galaxy, with sunset below and sunrise above, creating a cycle.

  • Floral Impressions

    This underwater floral scene was painted for part of BIG on Bloor Festival where they had a variety of art installations pop up along Bloor Street between Dufferin and Lansdowne. My participation was to turn a door into a creative portal with my art. I decided to take over the whole doorway area and attack it with brushstrokes, Impressionist style. Because of the tight deadline, I used my left over paints to create a colourful array for the background. And to complete this piece, a whimsical and organic floral design was painted on the door as the main focus.
    Artist: Julia Prajza

  • Pillars of Strength – Front Line Heroes

    The mural is painted on 3 support pillars at the front entrance to the building. It features front line heroes – a doctor, a nurse, a personal support worker (PSW) and several residents, young and old. The uniformed heroes have their hands raised, working with the community, supporting the building, and protecting the residents. In medical uniforms, but they have superhero crests and the doctors lab coat flies like a cape, offering safety from harm to a senior.
    Artist: Karen Roberts

  • Going Home

    Going Home is a bright colourful mural depicting Canada Geese flying across a stylized sunset, past the tall trees, rocky outcrops and hills of northern Ontario. This commission is on private property that was prone to tagging and graffiti. Medium – spray paint.

    Artist: Karen Roberts

  • 3D Foil Balloons

    8×8 ft hand painted Interactive Balloon Mural at Emerald Hills Shopping Centre.
    Client requested an ‘Instagrammable Wall’ with interactive balloons. With the rest being left to my creative freedom, I decided to elevate this popular mural idea with foil balloons that give a 3D effect.
    The mural is painted in a trick-of-the-eye abstract style where from up close it appears to be just blocks of colour but from a far the illusion of floating foil balloons is seen.

    Artist: Alixandra Jade

  • Manchester Square East Mural – The Lady of Manchester Square

    24 x 24 ft hand painted mural on the east side of Manchester Square.
    Given creative freedom, I carried over similar subject matter and colour palette from the west mural for a unison feel while creating a completely different tone to better suit the location of the wall. All along, with the same goal of complimenting the aesthetic of the building.
    The mural is painted in a trick-of-the-eye abstract style where from up close it appears to be just blocks of colour but from a far a woman’s face, peonies, and butterflies can be seen.

    Artist: Alixandra Jade 

  • Manchester Square West Mural – Floral Wall

    70 x 24 ft hand painted mural on the west side of Manchester Square.
    Client requested that the mural bring beauty and positivity to the community while complimenting the aesthetic of the building. The rest was left to my creative freedom.
    The mural is painted in a trick-of-the-eye abstract style where from up close it appears to be just blocks of colour but from a far the illusion of flowers over grown on the wall is created.

    Artist: Alixandra Jade

  • Renaissance of Mother Gaia

    Jacquie believes colour is the universal language of emotions; it is light and energy, an electric current to the human brain, known to possess healing properties to change our thoughts and the way we feel. This mural speaks of regeneration and the power of resilience through a year of deep challenges. Through experiences of loss, grief, and uncertainty of the future, we also find ourselves at the wake of a new light and social consciousness. She hopes this mural serves as visual therapy to encourage wellness and mental wellbeing.

    Artist: Jacquie Comrie

  • Pin Cushion

    This new piece titled “PinCushion// Stay Afloat” is about the current state of our city as many businesses are forced to either close or struggle to remain open due to the COVID-19 epidemic. The design includes my signature elements of suspended geometry complimenting a flock of birds migrating through the landscape as a sign of ever-constant change. The organic nature of these objects floating carefully above what looks like “needle’ pointed mountains is a reference towards how careful and cautious businesses must be now (and this also relates to us) in order to stay above. To stay afloat and more importantly to stay alive.
    Artist: Andre Kan