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✨ Thank You ✨

After 9 incredible years of transforming walls into works of art, we’re officially closing the chapter on Vancouver Mural Festival (VMF). It’s been an unforgettable journey, and none of it would have been possible without YOU – our community of artists, volunteers, partners, and mural enthusiasts.

This decision was not made lightly. Like many arts and non-profit organizations, we have faced growing financial challenges in the past years. Despite our best efforts and significant progress to stabilize the organization, it is no longer viable for us to continue.

Together, we’ve brought colour, culture, and conversation to the streets of Vancouver. We’ve celebrated creativity, uplifted diverse voices, and shown the world the power of public art. VMF wasn’t just a festival; it was a movement fueled by connection, collaboration, and an unshakable love for this city.

While VMF may be coming to an end, the impact of its murals, festivals, and programs will continue to inspire Vancouver’s cultural landscape for years to come. These works of art stand as a testament to what is possible when creativity, collaboration, and community come together.

Thank you for supporting us, cheering us on, and making VMF something truly special.

With gratitude,
The VMF Team by @vanmuralfest

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THAT’S A WRAP! ✨

THANK YOU for another amazing Vancouver Mural Festival!

We are beyond grateful to all the incredible artists, performers, vendors, staff, volunteers, sponsors, and our amazing community for coming together and bringing vibrant art to the streets of Vancouver. Your creativity, energy, and support make this festival truly special.

Here’s to celebrating more art, culture, and connection — see you next year!

#VMF2024 #vancouvermuralfestival

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@jordansiudy taken in Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Səl̓ilwətaɁɬ, and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Unceded Territory by @vanmuralfest

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In issue 10 of @riverdistrictlivingmagazine we are so happy to feature talented artist Rory Doyle, the artist who created the mural “LegWork” which we are so lucky to have here in River District!

Rory is a Vancouver based artist with a background spanning over 20 years; evolving from a 3D production artist to full time freelance artist specializing in large scale murals, fine art, illustration and packaging. His work finds emotion in the viewer through vibrant palettes; having colour, figures and shapes tell stories. It often celebrates surrounding community, its diversity, engagement with each other and their city. Traditional and non-traditional relationships of shapes and colour mirror this while creating balance and functionality in both the piece itself and the architecture that surrounds it. ➡️ swipe to see some of Rory’s amazing artwork!

Here is what Rory has to say about his mural and our beautiful community!

“LegWork” is inspired by its surrounding environment – Outdoors on a walking path, promoting healthy living via vitamin D and movement. Its palette celebrates diversity in both colour and style. The focus on legs and forward motion also serves as a reminder to do the legwork in a time of oversaturated shortcuts and misinformation.

When I visit River District, it feels very community based like its own sub-city. There was no shortage of engagement from the families on their walks along the pathway while painting “LegWork”. Everyone I encountered was very friendly. I also think it’s great having urban living near the Fraser River.

Thank you for creating this wonderful mural for our community, Rory! 🩵🎨

Web: seftoncreative
Socials @rory_doyle
rory@seftoncreative.com

📷: @rory_doyle @vanmuralfest (1-4,11,17,18), @briggsogloff briggsogloff (9, 15), Emma Peters (16), Oliver Rathonyi @inviewimages (7,13)
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#rorydoyle #vancouverartist #vancouverart #vanmuralfest #riverdistrictlivingmagazine #vancouvermurals #riverdistrict #vancouvermuralfestival #vancouvermural #riverdistrictvancouver #vancouverpublicart #mural #murals taken in River District by @vanmuralfest

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Full shot of my mural at the new @lasallevancouver campus located at 2710 Kaslo St.

The mural is 180 feet long, for a total of 4,500 square feet. It took just about six weeks to complete, with around 10 days lost to rain and other construction site-related reasons.

This was by far my biggest and most intense project to date, and yet it was somehow one of the least stressful, despite all the challenges that we faced. This is because some amazing people had my back throughout the whole process. All the logistics, production, management, and moral support were handled by @britanylawrence and @ekib. I don’t want to imagine what this project would’ve been like without the help of these two and everyone behind the scenes at @vanmuralfest that made this job possible.

I would also like to thank all the wonderful volunteers that came out to help. While I was up in the lift working on the upper half, they were on the ground working on the bottom half. I’ve never had to manage a group of people before, so that was a great learning experience. It was also interesting having to articulate and teach these techniques that have become second nature. Honourable mention goes to my guy @lemon___peel, who stuck it out with me during the whole sketching phase and repeatedly showed up to help out for the duration of the project.

Shoutout to all these people. If I missed anyone, please let me know.

@hawaii_fishingrod
@sourcream.andmonkey
@theflyingradish
@audreyitp
@myui.illu
@charmeeyu
@paolapar5
@tan.rambot
@capart24601
@andrea_fmz
@valeriamora_s
@thelastoneleft_1n5t46r4m

I also have to thank my girl, @kristenliston, for dealing with me in burnout mode and letting me repeatedly use this job as an excuse to get out of plans and chores.

I have so much more I could say about this project; this is me trying to keep it brief. So if you have any questions about any aspect of the mural process, don’t hesitate to ask. taken in LaSalle College | Vancouver by @vanmuralfest

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Le Magasin Alley in Gastown has been transformed into an interactive AR Gallery 🤳🏼⁠
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Join us this Sunday, October 27th at 2pm for a Guided Indigenous AR art tour, presented by @vanmuralfest, @slowstudies_creative, & @vancouverdetours.⁠
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Led by project curator Joshua Conrad and tour guide Ali Butcher, this 60-minute interactive gallery tour highlights and elevates local Indigenous stories using new visual technologies and Coast Salish Futurism. ⁠
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The art installation features:⁠
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🦋 “Blessings and Prayer” by Olivia George @livy_94⁠
🌊 “Interconnected” by Diamond Point @_diamondpoint⁠
🪶 “With The Swiftness” by Ovila Mailhit @ovila79⁠
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This project has been made possible with generous sponsorship from Gastown BIA @mygastown.⁠
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Tour spots are limited (🔗 in bio)!⁠
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📍 Le Magasin Alley (Cordova & Homer)⁠
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📸: @fionapplebum⁠
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#gastown #mygastown #vanmuralfest #slowstudies #vancouverdetours #vancouver #yvr⁠ taken in Gastown, Vancouver, British Columbia by @vanmuralfest

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Immerse yourself in Indigenous stories brought to life through AR technology. Join us on Oct. 27 at 2pm for a FREE 60-minute guided tour with curator Joshua Conrad and guide Ali Butcher as they explore Coast Salish Futurism and the artworks of Olivia George, Ovila Mailhot, and Diamond Point.

Tour space is limited—sign up now. Link in bio.

📍 Le Magasin Alley (Cordova & Homer). #gastown #mygastown #vanmuralfest #vancouver taken in Gastown by @vanmuralfest

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From earlier this week, staying late to finish up this section before two days of rain.

Work in progress for @vanmuralfest and @lasallevancouver taken in LaSalle College | Vancouver by @vanmuralfest

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In Issue 8 of @riverdistrictlivingmagazine we we lucky to be able to feature Spencer Pidgeon as our Feature Artist.

Spencer Pidgeon is a graphic designer and illustrator based in Vancouver, Canada, working alongside brands and founders to bring their creative visions to life through bold, thoughtful and expressive work. Spencer draws inspiration from nature and human connection, and he approaches each project with curiosity and a sense of humour.

Spencer’s mural “Everything is Connected” was part of the 2023 @vanmuralfest and you can find it along the Fraser River in River District, home to Vancouver’s largest outdoor mural gallery!

“Everything is Connected” explores the connection between the physical and metaphysical worlds. Each shape is inspired by the natural environment that surrounds us, the built environment we’ve created and the metaphysical environment of the mind. The motifs are arranged in such a way that allows the viewer to create their own connections between these seemingly disparate worlds and get lost in the process.

We are so grateful to be home to this incredible mural - thank you so much @spencerpidgeon 🌀🩵
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📷: (1) Rachel Sanvido, (3) Grady Mitchell, (2,4-9) @spencerpidgeon
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#spencerpidgeon #vancouverartist #vancouverart #vancouvergraphicdesigner #vancouverillustrator #vancouvermural #vancouvermurals #vancouvermuralfestival #publicart #everythingisconnected #riverdistrict #riverdistrictvancouver #riverdistrictliving #riverdistrictlivingmagazine #fraserriver #mural #murals #muralart taken in River District by @vanmuralfest

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Experience art in a whole new dimension! Explore Indigenous artists Olivia George, Ovila Mailhot, and Diamond Point’s work as it comes to life in an immersive AR installation in Le Magasin Alley.

Explore the intersection of tradition and technology as storytelling unfolds through augmented reality, highlighting the richness of Indigenous culture. In collaboration with @vanmuralfest @slowstudies_creative and Spark Indigenous.

📍 Le Magasin Alley
** Located in the alleyway connecting Cambie to Cordova. Between the businesses @outnabout_321 & @trthq taken in Gastown Vancouver by @vanmuralfest

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We have a very special #TBT today with #FiestaPlural! A huge thank you to everyone who danced with us at the City Centre Artist Lodge during the closing night of the Vancouver Mural Festival. We cherished every dance step, every song, and the incredible vibe that carried us through the day and into the evening. Live Latin American music is always such a treat!

We thank the fantastic artists and bands who brought their talent to the stage, our incredible volunteers, and the @vanmuralfest for partnering with us to offer the Vancouver community a rich and varied showcase of Latin American local talent. Together, we created magical moments!

#FiestaPlural #LatinAmerica #LatinAmericanArtists #LatinAmericanMusic #Music #LiveMusic #muralFest2024 by @vanmuralfest

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That was super fun @vanmuralfest ! 🌞🙌🥳

We can’t wait for next year! 🤩

Next @makegoodparty Sept 15th @carfreeyvr (22nd at Main). 🎉

Stay tuned for more events coming soon! 😍 taken in Vancouver, British Columbia by @vanmuralfest

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