Last month, the annual Vancouver Mural Festival unveiled some new works of art across the city that grace many alleys, lanes, building facades and even the bottom of a huge reflecting pool in the middle of downtown.
We invite you to celebrate the creativity, diversity and vibrancy of Vancouver as you explore the city whether on foot, on a bike or even by car; there are many eye catching pieces that are waiting to be discovered! Or perhaps you could appreciate an artistic backdrop while having a bite or a sip at a nearby café!
Concierge tip: the following is a curated list of murals which happened to catch our eye!
Downtown
Marine Blossom by Anais Lera 1021 W Hastings St just down the block from the Auberge is inspired by Art Nouveau and Japanese nature paintings.
The Bathing Dyad by Drew Young 1500 W Georgia St features a sweeping canvas featuring modern magnolias on the bottom of an 11,000 sq ft reflecting pool. Not to be missed!
Westside
In the Garden by Grace Cho 1523 W 8th Ave (in the alley) is a whimsical piece that encourages us to make time for some rest & relaxation in a constantly moving world.
What Matters Most by Mega McGrath 1475 W 12th (laneway) has taken a quote from American poet Charles Bukowski; a metaphor befitting of our time re: the resilience of the human spirit in the face of upheaval and change.
Ultraviolet by Drew Young Granville at 13th Ave explores the colourful intersection of geometric lines with glimpses of nature.
Eastside
Pause and Bloom by Nicole Larsen 5 E 5th Ave. focuses on taking a breather to enjoy delicate blooming flowers and hummingbirds in motion.
The Reflection by Dimitri Sirenki 61 E 5th is inspired by science fiction and man’s quest for adventure and exploration.
