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First and a Half Ave

Artist:
Liesl Petersen
Year: 2018
Type: 
  • Mural
Medium(s): 
  • Paint
Status: In Place

Description

This huge mural spans multiple sides of a building in a Squamish alley. It features sweeping views of the Howe Sound and Squamish estuary, with an expansive green sea fringed with mountainous shorelines and wavy clouds, with sea elements such as a heron, orcas, ducks, an eagle with a fish gripped in its talons, and islands dotted throughout. It also features a shore scene, with two bears walking along a fallen tree.

This piece was partially funded after the fact by Squanderer mural fest, but was originally funded by Saha Eatery. The remainder of the alley was funded by the building owners “Rural Stores”.

Liesl Petersen, a resident of Squamish, BC, draws constant inspiration from her surroundings which is evident in her diverse portfolio of fine art and murals. Her focus spans from large-scale representations of the Sea-to-Sky region to intimate studio works in acrylic, ink, and watercolour.

With roots in painting contracting since 1997, Petersen has honed her technical skills to transition into a successful muralist, employing both precise mapping techniques and intuitive free-hand gestures. She seamlessly bridges interior and exterior murals, including groundbreaking aerial rooftop art in Western Canada. Petersen’s evolution as an artist showcases her graphic art abilities, culminating in multi-story murals that leave a lasting impact on the urban landscape.

Location

Address:
38136, 2 Avenue, Squamish, British Columbia, V8B 0A5, Canada.

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