I found this in spring 2023. This mural runs along crumbling walls in an alley in Kensington Market.
Oddly, this pig is the first piece. Thinking about it, it seems to be part of the mural. Anyway, I decided to open with the above, which is third, working left to right.I like it best of the 3.
A Wise man?
More Warriors
A goose
OUCH!
….and the beauties.
Pics taken by Resa – May 15, 2023
Toronto, Canada
The Artist:
This is what I saw when I first stumbled upon the mural.
This face is small, but dominates the section of alley she lives in.
Pics taken by Resa – October 7, 2023
Toronto, Canada
Artist:
BUNSO
Thought of Becky at Platform Number 4 when I found this in a 1962 issue of McCall’s magazine.
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.
A young Buddy Guy.
Wonder why his guitar looks like he’s playing left handed?
Dexter Gordon
Donnie Walsh from “Downchild Blues Band” on harmonica.
Background ghost musicians.
This amazing mural is on Grossman’s Tavern in Toronto.
Grossman’s is almost kitty corner from the El Mocambo, made famous by The Rolling Stones in 1977.
Grossman’s – since 1943.
I lived 1 block up the street, for 15 years. Many stories, but that’s for when I get a porch & a rocking chair.
Pics taken by Resa – Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Toronto, Canada
The Artist: John Nobrega – w/Allan Bender & Haven Hughes
This video is from Downchild’s 40th year celebration.
Research: Kat asked Nobrega on IG who was who, but his profile is now gone.
All found online.
I thought it said “Welcome”.
A month earlier I had driven by, and this mural graced a parking lot.
I finally had time to go back and capture this massive and fabulous mural.
When I got there, it was about to break ground to become a high rise.
I thought 2 things. 1- The mural will be blocked from view.
2- Where do all those cars I saw park now? I mean, there’s nowhere to park in the city.
Yay!! I found a small gap in the chain link fence, just enough to squeeze through.
I didn’t have to climb!
Here are some close ups of details.
I found this on another Day.
Pics taken by Resa – July 12, 2023
Toronto Canada
Artist:
Philip Cote https://twitter.com/PhilipCote7
Nowhere on the sign did it say “No Trespassing”!
On a rotting wood fence in an alley
is an angel with pink hair.
I’m smitten.
Pics taken by Resa – November 9, 2023
Toronto, Canada
This mural is on a wall that runs along a small parkette, where many people take their dogs. This gorgeous Doberman is near the end of about 200 feet of wall.
So, let me start at the beginning, of what is titled “Green Space For All”. I will keep the art in order as we move along the wall.
Between the dogs are colourful burners (aka writing, lettering).
A panorama shot of a section.
More panorama.
Honestly, I only recognize the Doberman and Dalmatians. If you recognize any other breed, let me know!
Occasionally there are 2 burners in a row.
Gorgeous dogs!
Pics taken by Resa – September 28, 2023
Toronto, Canada
Some of the artists:
My dear friend John Howell’s Twiggy has had a big operation. I send them a herd of OXen.
Marina – Art Towards a Happy Day has a beautiful dog named Hera. Hera is part Pitbull, and is loveable. Each year, Marina shares information and misinformation about the breed.
To all who have dogs, please give your doggie a pet or a kiss from me. They won’t know it’s from me, but they will still like it!
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