Cameroon Style

On By ResaIn Door Art

Found this on a door up the street.

Fascinated by the colours and style,

It was a must for my collection.

Pics taken by Resa – December 7, 2023

Toronto, Canada

The artist:

After research I believe the artist’s full name is Diyen Toshman, Cameroon born.

117 thoughts on “Cameroon Style”

    1. Yeah, I was quite attracted to it. How cool about Laurie’s sister! What a wonderful thing to do, join the Peace Corp….. and see Cameroon. I don’t know of anyone who joined the Peace Corp. xx

      1. Timothy Price's avatar Timothy Price

        I know lots of people who were in the Peace Corps. For some of them their time in the Peace Corps was the pinnacle of their lives. They spent three years in the Peace Corps they were in their early 20s. I find it sad that so many years later, they think life after the Peace Corps sucks.

  3. Another fine discovery and share. Thanks Resa. What kind of building… curious? Can’t tell much from that slight window exposure. Amazing how much we humans are driven to express ourselves. Good December to you.

    1. Good December to you!
      It’s a 2 story building, built as early as the1920’s.
      It has a commercial venue on the ground and an an apartment on top.
      Very old Toronto, post Victorian era.
      It was for a person to live on top, work below.
      Now it is a barber shop/art gallery.
      Thanks for asking!

    1. Thank you dear John!
      I do love street art, so perhaps that’s why I take time when I shoot it.
      I have learned many things about shooting art in the street. Mostly, the sun is not usually my friend. There are exceptions.
      This art had a southern exposure.
      The day was overcast, but even behind clouds, the sun had its say.
      Lying low in the early afternoon, one can see the top 1/8 (at most) of the art is slightly faded from the rest.
      That would be the sun.
      ☀️ 🐂 🐂 🐂 🐂 🎨

            1. 🎨 📷 ☀️ 🐂 🐂 🐂 🐂 🎨 📷 📸
              You have a point. I am a bit intense that way. If I don’t put the brakes on, some things could go on forever.

          1. OH! LOL. I completely missed that! I figured you were on television being interviewed for your love of street art. Or gowns. Or something wonderful and creative (still giggling). Well, I’m glad you’re enjoying the book! I really like Catling. She tries so hard. And Witt is a cutie too. 🙂 Happy Reading, my friend.

            1. Last interview I did was in the early spring. It was for a major Canadian magazine’s online edition.
              The photographer was a loser, and took the worst pics of me I’ve ever seen. In the opening shot, I look like a 200 pound melting garden gnome.
              The article is fabulous, but I’m totally camera shy now.
              Last video interview I did was pre Covid. I wasn’t swung out about how I looked there, either.
              I hate aging, but if one cares decent images can be captured. Surgery is not needed, unless you are Cher or Dolly!
              Lol!
              The book is great!

              1. You’re so right that aging is not easy – I’m with you on that one! That’s too bad that your photographer didn’t put in the effort to get a great shot. But how cool to be interviewed and videoed! And finally, I’m so glad you’re enjoying the book!

    1. Crazy how many love this. At first… it was just a puzzle of colour. My eyes had to settle.
      It’s turned out to be a wonderful surprise find.

    1. Agree Dave, great art. Love taking pics of street art. This was an unexpected find. I’ve been walking past that door for 20 years…then SUDDENLY!

  9. Hello Resa, what a fine piece of artwork – and it connects so well with your recent “Bluest of Blues” post having a musical theme. I wish my city was as vibrant. Thanks for sharing.

    1. I know what you mean.
      At first I thought I wouldn’t bother taking pics. Then I thought now, now, others might like it. I’m supposed to be open with art. Then when I looked at my pics, I said this is so cool!!!!
      It grew on me, big time!

    1. Shey!
      I am so grateful to have a lot of street art around me.
      The city is so drab, not just cement, and steel, but the endless grey of the sky.
      More art!!!! xoxoxo

    1. Agree Merril!
      It’s a great door. I’m sure the proprietor of the barber shop/art gallery is responsible for having the artist paint it.
      Next time I pass by and it’s open, I’m going to pop in and say thank you!
      Love sharing the street art!

  13. Wow! This is gorgeous, dahling! What an amazing door!!!! Imagine opening that door and having that continue inside! xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
    …from Hera too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    🐾❤️🐾❤️🐾❤️🐾❤️🐾❤️🐾❤️🐾❤️🐾❤️🐾❤️🐾❤️

    1. … And it’s just up the street from me.
      I don’t know what’s inside, but I walked by that door for 20 years. Then Suddenly!!!!! Art!!!!
      ❤️🐾❤️🧽❤️🐾❤️🧽❤️🐾❤️🧽❤️🐾❤️🧽❤️🐾❤️🧽❤️🐾❤️🧽❤️🐾❤️🧽

      1. Magic! 😉
        ❤️😘🐾❤️😘🐾❤️😘🐾❤️😘🐾❤️😘🐾❤️😘🐾❤️😘🐾❤️😘🐾❤️😘🐾❤️😘🐾❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    1. I so agree, Eddie!
      At first I wasn’t sure. It seemed a puzzle of colour.
      Then, as my eyes settled, I saw it was a person playing music.
      Later, when I looked at the pics on my computer screen, I saw more.
      What fortune to have this just down the street. I’ll be seeing it a lot! HUGS!!!

  22. WOW!!!! Again – the second time around for me, Resa. Something about this mural reminded me of the paintings of Juan Gris and Pablo Picasso. You opened a rabbit hole and I jumped in. Yes!! African art had a significant influence on both Juan Gris and Pablo Picasso. Gris, a Spanish painter and sculptor, was particularly drawn to African masks and sculptures. He incorporated their geometric shapes and bold colors into his own artwork, helping to establish the Cubist movement. Picasso was also deeply inspired by African art. He was captivated by the expressive power and simplicity of African masks, which influenced his groundbreaking painting, “Les Demoiselles d’Avignon.” African art played a crucial role in shaping the artistic styles of both Juan Gris and Pablo Picasso.

    Now, I know why Gris and Picasso were excited about this art form. Diyen Toshman is an extraordinary artist!!!

    1. Great info, Rebecca.
      I should have guessed that Picasso was influenced by African art.
      I need to look up Gris, now.
      Finding this was a surprise gift. I’ve walked by this door for 20 years. Suddenly!
      Art really make a day.
      Thank you for your research, Rebecca! hugs

        1. Lol! Thank you Rebecca! I’m working on a Holiday post. I’ll be using mermaid drawings, including you in your split palazzo pants tail.

    1. It’s pretty great! It’s just up the street. I get to look at it whenever I go out.
      xoxoxo
      PS _ Just mailed a sneak peek of Dale’s Art Gown progress.

            1. So are you! I started an RR drawing … will keep working on it… It can work with your idea in the email. Will keep you posted! xoxoxoxo

        1. Everyone should have art near them.
          It’s crazy, because there is a lot of street art in Miami. Are you near Wynwood Walls?
          I’d love to go there!
          I found a new one about 6 blocks from me yesterday.
          xxxooo

          1. I’m not near Wynwood but I’m close to Art Basel and love going there. I just don’t get the time to look for wall art. It’s a pity. I’m glad I get to enjoy yours!
            xoxoxo

  30. WOWsa … color, color, color. I love color in art.
    These are fantastic, Resa.
    My husband created a copper face with abstract features such as this mural for a customer who was going to hang it in her beauty salon. He made twisty hair like she was a rasta woman. Wild patina acids and colors completed the wallhanging. A very happy customer couldn’t wait to hang it in her shop.
    Art … I love the unique creations fo them all. 😎

    1. This work just popped up one day. That’s the way of street art. I love it.
      That sounds great! Is your husband an artist? Have you ever posted his work?

      1. It must be like a treasure hunt to go out and find these wonderful murals to photograph. The fact that they can just pop up is a real discovery.

        Yes, my husband is an artist of whimsical copper creations. He was forced to retire when last September our workshop was destroyed from Hurricane Ian. But, you never retire from being an artist. He’s now painting, creating castles, and painting miniature soldiers. I did post our work on my blog a long (2017) ago.

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