Art Bus - Natalia Ionescu

My artwork explores the ongoing cycle of urban life’s beauty and energy, balanced by the healing calm and introspection found in nature. It is drawn from my experiences and observations in our city, its communities and its natural surroundings, particularly the public parks that I and many other Calgarians frequently access via public transit.

When using public transit, I often found myself immersed in my thoughts as I watched the world pass by. On one side of the bus, I captured vignettes of the imaginative and hopeful journeys of our community members. Daydreams, ideas, optimism, bright possibilities and the beauty of unexpected adventures in everyday life are represented by colourful shooting stars and soft fluffy clouds.

While this side shows an imaginative and energetic depiction of what could be, the opposite side reflects a focus on the present, and the beauty in what is already here. A figure finding peace and introspection in green spaces, highlighting the balance between activity and rest.

My artwork explores the ongoing cycle of urban life’s beauty and energy, balanced by the healing calm and introspection found in nature. It is drawn from my experiences and observations in our city, its communities and its natural surroundings, particularly the public parks that I and many other Calgarians frequently access via public transit.

When using public transit, I often found myself immersed in my thoughts as I watched the world pass by. On one side of the bus, I captured vignettes of the imaginative and hopeful journeys of our community members. Daydreams, ideas, optimism, bright possibilities and the beauty of unexpected adventures in everyday life are represented by colourful shooting stars and soft fluffy clouds.

While this side shows an imaginative and energetic depiction of what could be, the opposite side reflects a focus on the present, and the beauty in what is already here. A figure finding peace and introspection in green spaces, highlighting the balance between activity and rest.