Old Wolf Fence

On By ResaIn Alley Gallery

So, it’s the fence that’s old, and it makes the wolf look old.

The slats are warped and uneven.

The entire fence slants to one side along the alley.

The alley itself is uneven, slopes downward so minimally I didn’t know I was crooked until looking through the camera lens.

The wood is rotting.

The paint is chipped, peeling and punctured.

I just love it!

Pics taken by Resa – March 4, 2024

Toronto, Canada

The Artist(s) There are 2 marks on the art.

 

91 thoughts on “Old Wolf Fence”

    1. Yes…I think both. I do know for sure that I like looking at the art. The colours are neat. 🎨 If there was no art on the fence it would just be a bunch of drab rotten wood in a crooked dank alley. 🥱

  2. I was going to say I love it even more because it’s on a rotting, crooked fence. Beauty can be added anywhere, can’t it?

    All three faces are marvellous! Beauty, Sorceress. You have a knack for finding it.

    1. Beauty can be added! The city is cold steel and cement. Murals make it less cold. Both of the LC murals in Montreal attest to that.
      (Plus all the other gorgeous art)
      The alleys are pretty funky in the older parts of Toronto. A bit of art makes them more comfortable, and for me a joy to walk in.
      ⚡️💥 xoxoxo

      1. Absolutely!!
        And the LC, especially the Crescent Street one, are outstanding works of art.
        The alleys are where you see more nitty-gritty stuff. And, me too. I actually search out alleys now 🙂
        xoxo🧚‍♀️🌟xoxo

        1. The LC’s are magnificent. I wish we had one.
          Are they painting garage doors in Montreal?
          They tend to lighten up the nitty gritty.
          xoxo⚡️💥xoxo

          1. Yes, they are. Well… you could have one, even if this was his home town 😉 Did he ever live in T.O.?
            And yes, there are a few garage doors that are painted. I believe I shared one a while back on Marc’s blog. I have o look around here, too.
            xoxoxo🧚‍♀️🌟

            1. I do believe LC was a Montreal denizen through and through. He did live here, NYC & LA time to time, but he was a Montreal(er).
              Is it okay to say “Montrealer”?
              Cripes, Lightfoot got painted on an electric box, and now it’s encased by a 2 year construction site. Is it still in there? I don’t know.
              xoxoxo

                1. Yeah.. I was so keen on getting that one too, for you.
                  Anyway, maybe it’s still there, behind all the boards & tarps. xoxoxo

  9. ILLUST. Definition & Usage Examples

    A social blunder. a mixture of haze and smoke. harsh discordance of sound; dissonance.

    Resa, I was curious about the title, so looked it up. Interesting that there’s more to the painting than meets the eye. It’s not just an illustration. I like to think it illustrates the strength of women. The old wolf leading their journey in life. Wolves are fascinating animals. 📚🎶Christine

    Happy Easter!’🧡🎶

    1. Welcome! I love sharing street art. Interesting question Merril. I wondered the same thing when I was taking the pics. Sometimes only the artist can answer and we can only surmise. Still, that is a beauty of art.

    1. That’s one of the crazy beauties of street art. Eventually it will be gone.. Fence rots away, taggers destroy it, wind and sun erode it, building gets torn down.
      This is whyI document it.
      Will it be of any value in the future, to have this documentation?
      💐💓💓💓💐

      1. I imagine so. I’m sooo glad you take the shots to save the memory. It’s so sad and smart of you. The value is in your honoring them for years to come❣️ and for us to enjoy💓💓

  14. Hi Resa, this is a very striking picture. The fence does give it an interesting rustic look. It is a pity the wood is rotting though, as it will eventually fall over and the picture will be lost.

    1. Yay! I love it too! I’ve got a lot of art to share, but blogging takes time.
      PLUS
      Dale’s gown is finished…I’m washing and ironing the curtains, repotting plants (what a mess) and looking for a drop cloth to use for under the gown for taking pics.

      I’ve got a bunch of other drawings on the go.
      At least I finished Jim for Holly. I can hardly wait to see what she does!

      I need to be busy, or I’ll explode. xo

      1. I understand how you feel and I showed the picture to Debbie and she thought it was fantastic. I can’t wait to see what she does with it either. :) You sound reallllly busy. I know how long it takes to do all the things you’re doing. Which reminds me of what someone said to me…that people who want to but what you make don’t take into consideration how long it took to make whatever it is. And that’s true. Someone may want one of your gowns but never realize how many months it takes to make it. The things you do take time. Even the chicklet parties take a LOT of time. Can’t wait to see the new gown.

        1. I think her name will be “Lilac Fan Dance”
          Bit of a story.. but I need to write it out better.

          Anyway, the tail of the gown took 10 times what I thought it would, and reminded me of 2 fans I made for Diane Lane in a movie when I was starting out and just a humble sewer.
          I’ll text it.

  17. Oh….. you know my love for wolves! I love this. I could imagine the wolf between those beautiful swirls of color on the right side. The decaying works really well on the art.
    Great find, dahling, beautifully captured!
    xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

  21. I love this mural, warped boards and all…I think they add character (not that wolves really need extra, they’re already magical). And in response to your rhetorical question, is this worth documenting? I say definitely, yes, so thank you for saving and sharing this Lupine Legacy!

  22. Great find! The faces are wonderful. It is almost like the wolf and the guy are melding into one. But then, the wolf is looking at us, the guy, though facing slightly away, is glancing side-wards through the wolf to the woman and the woman is facing wolf/guy, though she is actually in front of them. But the looks of the two humans focus us onto the wolf’s eyes.

        1. Yes, driftwood is fabulous… and many other adjectives. I have a piece in my studio that N’s parents collected off a beach in the 1950’s. They varnished it, and it’s still gorgeous. xxxxxxxxxxx

          1. Wow. That is something. It is quite hard to work with cos it often falls to bits or flakes but varnishing does preserve. I wnated to do a driftwood floor but i understnad that could be very problematic. It would look good though x

  26. I shall take some fair heart, shall I, for your descriptions sound rather like me, my own evolution of self unhidden for any to see. Made me think of a waterfall and would we criticise because the cliff and rocks are being sheaved and worn away, or are they now just finding themselves. You have a good heart my friend, and your readers too. ♥️

  27. It looks like the wolf in Woman, the Warrior! Maybe the fence makes it look older, But it does not detract from the art itself. It is a profound work! Thank you, dear Resa and happy Easter season.🙏💖🤗🥂

    1. Ah..the wolf in woman … warrior.. I like that.
      The art is wonderful and all the old wood fence does is dignify it somehow.
      Happy Easter, Aladin! 🙏💖🤗🥂

  28. Beautiful artwork, Resa. The way you describe the fence fits so well with the artwork. Eyes of the beholder always comes into play and the ability to see beauty is a gift. ❤

  29. Regardless of the age and condition of the fence, this is gorgeous artwork, Resa. I Love the wolf, and even the flaws add character! So glad you were able to find this and share with us! The talent you come across is amazing! Big hugs, my friend! 💙❤️💜

    1. Big hugs back, dear Lauren!
      I adore the flaws, too.
      I am so fortunate to live in a painted city. The streets and alleys are an outdoor art gallery adventure for me.
      Old injuries are coming back with age, but looking for the art keeps me walking (albeit with tensors on my knees).
      So, it’s fun, healthy and rewarding.
      💓💐🌺🍒💖

  30. Weathered but still beautiful, Resa. These characters have a lot of character left in them no matter how old they are. Distressed images are often my favorites, as they are here.

  31. Huh… that’s interesting. You’re right, Resa. The condition of the wood does make the wolf and the faces seem to be older characters. I wouldn’t have thought… It is beautiful. I like the colorful swirls off to the side too.

    Thanks for sharing this one with us. Hugs.

  32. Second time around. Resa. An excellent discovery, with profound symbolism. When I first read this post, I wondered whether there was any symbolism or mythology that linked a woman’s face beside a wolf’s. It seems that in various mythologies and symbols, women and wolves are often intertwined, representing complex and powerful themes. The wolf is commonly associated with traits such as loyalty, intuition, and independence, while women are often linked to nurturing, protection, and wisdom. In some cultures, women are depicted as wolf-like figures, embodying the wild and untamed aspects of nature. This connection between women and wolves can symbolize strength, resilience, and a deep connection to the natural world.

    I learn something new every time I stop by!! Sending hugs along with my gratitude.

  35. The close-ups of the three faces IS amazing. I feel like this one is saying we are all together in this world 🌏 And the aged quality of the wood adds to much to this artwork.

    1. A terrific interpretation, Christy.
      We are all together; every last human, animal, insect and plant, and we all age! xx

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