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Embrace Weird

Artist:
Liesl Petersen
Year: 2023
Type: 
  • Mural
Medium(s): 
  • Paint
Status: In Place

Description

Painted on a seacan, this mural shows the word “WEIRD” in neon pink, surrounded by a circular design of an eagle with rainbow wings embracing the word.

This piece was funded by local William Wallace and the Squamish Sound Mill Society.

Artist Statement

This mural displays an eagle representative of Squamish embracing the word “weird”. Cryptic rainbow lettering on the wings is where you’ll see the words “embrace” mirroring each other. Reminding us to hold space for everyone who may not fit into the societal box.

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:
37710, 3 Avenue, Squamish, British Columbia, V8B 0C5, Canada.

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