One Sunday all I had to do for the art show was to pick up a couple small things. The place was only 4.5 km. from home, so I walked.
There and back was only 5.6 miles, a perfect walk on the first nice day in a long time.
It was an odd location, with no visible street art as I walked there.
I took a different route on the way home,
.. and found art.
I also found the artists working on the art.
I spent some time chatting with each artist.
They were generous with their time, and let me take some pics of them working.
It felt good to be back in my street art shoes. It felt like home.
Pics taken by Resa – April 2, 2026
Toronto, Canada
The Artists:
Note: The Art Show is open for another week, but there is someone else babysitting it. Wrap out is the week after. Then I can make a post about it!
Graffiti Lux Art & More 
Isn’t it wonderful to meet up with mural artists, Resa! They have a wonderful way of giving beauty to our streets, towns, and cities!!
Yes, it is a joy to meet the artists who have supplied me with much passion and glee over the years. Painting walls on the streets is a special sharing. Many make no $$. They are lucky to get the paint paid for.
Thanks Rebecca & hugs!
CHEERS to street artists!
The glint of those emerald eyes, these pale blues🌹🐲
I adore the idea of green eyes, but I can’t think of ever having seen green eyes in real life. I calculated that in Canada (41 million) – 400,000 have green eyes. 💚👁️
Beautifully done, so they are not known as Taggers anymore 🙂 Graffiti Artists is so much better. Are these folks from Canada or other countries?
Hey Eunice,
Yes, there are still taggers making a mess.
However, there are also street artists. These 2 are street artists. They paint with permission from building owners, but often don’t get paid.
I do believe both here are from Toronto, Canada. xxx
Wish owners would pay up
Agree!
So much outdoor art, and so few get paid. In certain circumstances the city’s art program will buy them the paint.
Perfect. You not only did you find great art, you found the great artists in the act of creating the great art. Like a great circle of art.
YES!
“And the seasons they go round and round
And the painted ponies go up and down
We’re captive on the carousel of time” – Joni Mitchell
Or in this case – the carousel of art – xo
I love watching artists at work! The red in these pieces is gorgeous.
I agree Jan. The red is fab, and watching artists paint is cool. The spray can painting is crazy, but they seem to have complete control. I’ve been given a few lessons, but so far all I make is a mess. 😂
Seeing art while walking back from the art show — love it, Resa! Great art indoors and out. 🙂
I am a lucky art ducky.
Also, the library will not let me renew “Nobody’s Girl”. There are way too many holds. I’ve decided to speed up my turtle reading. I want this book finished. GEEZ!!!!!!! Horrifying.
Good to have you ‘nearly back’, Resa. Looking forward to hearing how the show went xx
Thank you, Jo! xx
Kudos on your art show Resa. I look forward to seeing your post and am glad you’re back scouting art and murals. Great find. 😊
Thanks Brad!
Art begets art, and I love it.
This was a wonderful find, and encounter with artists. Yahoo!
How wonderful you found art and artists! I’m sure they were thrilled to have someone interested in their work and process.
I hope your show is going well. Looking forward to reading more about it! 💙
I so enjoy talking to the artists. They are like rock stars to me…. just like you are a blog star with your fabulous poetry.
The groupie in me just won’t quit.
The first time I ever had champagne was with Santana…many, many, many years ago.
I’m excited to write about the show. 💙💙
Love the art and the title.
Thanks Janet! Lol.. you’d think I did the art. I did make up the title, though.
Beautiful art and photos, Resa.
What a beautiful treat , you have a way of finding the creators wherever they are. Such beautiful street art , I’m looking forward to the art show post. Big hugs to you!
xo🐭🐭xo
Hi Resa, OK I have officially given up…I have no idea how these artists replicate textures like this. The skin on “Rose Girl” is darn close photorealistic for heaven’s sake. All I can say it’s pure born-with talent.
And so cool to meet the artists too, it must have been a treat.
Thanks to all for sharing.
Hi Resa, OK I have officially given up…I have no idea how these artists replicate textures like this. The skin on “Rose Girl” is darn close photorealistic for heaven’s sake. All I can say it’s pure born-with talent.
And so cool to meet the artists too, it must have been a treat.
Thanks to all for sharing.
What a bonus to chat with the artists of this stunning mural!!
how lucky that you walked, their work is stunning!
Gorgeous artwork. Just beautiful. Love the colors and the artists, as well.
Hello, hello!! Congrats again on your show!! Wish I had been there, but sounds like you had a blast, Resa.
What gorgeous art you stumbled upon. It’s mesmerizing, especially those green eyes. Wow! The girl with the rose is stunning, too, so romantic, and there’s a certain mystique about her.
Bonus that you met the artists, too; what a wonderful experience it must’ve been. Thanks for sharing; you’ve been missed!!Happy Spring, dear Resa!!XOXOXOXO🌼💐🌸🌷˚˖𓍢ִִ໋🌿🌞🐝
Hi, Resa! Thanks for taking a break from your show and spending it with us. Wow, these exquisite faces… What a marvelous stroke of luck that you got not only to meet the artists, but to watch them work too. That’s so exciting.
I’m looking forward to your post about the show. Hugs on the wing. 🕊
How cool to get an opportunity to chat with the artists while they were creating. I suspect it must be a kick to pick each other’s brains about art.
Hi Resa, this is a glorious find. I love the vivid colours and blooming flower. I hope the art show has been well attended and you met lots of interesting people. Do you remember we chatted about Leda and the swan? I discovered a sculpture of this legend in Paris. It was a hidden fountain so it was amazing good luck I discovered it. Have a wonderful day.