Untitled (Borrris)

This project was about transforming an undesirable, previously unused space into a welcoming one that would complement the design of the Flyover Park. This newly-constructed park connects the Bridgeland neighbourhood to Downtown, in a location which was primarily a transit space.

The murals were painted on the abutment supporting the flyover as well as 3 pillars that support it. I wanted to represent people moving through their city with visual storytelling that highlights Calgary geography, landmarks and architecture. By using simple geometry and suggesting everyday scenes in a semi-abstract way, I’m hoping the observers make up their own interpretation as they pass by the pillars.

The sides of each pillar were especially fun to paint since they would connect the front and back pictures and were painted freestyle. The idea was to reuse some floral elements painted on the abutment as elements that would connect each of the four murals.

This project was about transforming an undesirable, previously unused space into a welcoming one that would complement the design of the Flyover Park. This newly-constructed park connects the Bridgeland neighbourhood to Downtown, in a location which was primarily a transit space.

The murals were painted on the abutment supporting the flyover as well as 3 pillars that support it. I wanted to represent people moving through their city with visual storytelling that highlights Calgary geography, landmarks and architecture. By using simple geometry and suggesting everyday scenes in a semi-abstract way, I’m hoping the observers make up their own interpretation as they pass by the pillars.

The sides of each pillar were especially fun to paint since they would connect the front and back pictures and were painted freestyle. The idea was to reuse some floral elements painted on the abutment as elements that would connect each of the four murals.