While 2021–22 was officially Toronto’s Year of Public Art (artworxto.ca), this long weekend is a great time to tour our own city’s rich legacy of street art. Like many street artists, Rugg, who was originally attracted to birds as a symbol of freedom, began with graffiti. Clandestinos Art: RendezViews outdoor patio, 229 Richmond St. W.Ever wonder how street artists physically transfer their visions onto large walls? In 2013, the Church Street Mural Project kicked off in preparation for Toronto’s hosting of the 2014 World Pride festivities. Amir Akbari: Susan Street mural, 3847 Lawrence Ave. E.Amir Akbari’s charming Susan Street mural, created in 2019 with fellow artists Leyland Adams and Senthuran Kanna, honours local women and caregivers.

Source: thestar July 01, 2023 01:51 UTC