A Stroll by the Humber
Part of the BMO National Mural Series, this mural by Poonam Sharma has elements of folk art weaving through the entire canvas. It can be found at the BMO Marine Parade & Silver Moon Branch with a view of the waterfront and close proximity to the Humber Bay Butterfly Habitat, which also echoes throughout the artwork.
Location: 2 Silver Moon Drive Etobicoke, ON M8V 4G3
Artist: Poonam Sharma
Year: 2023
Project Partner: Commissioned by BMO Financial Group as a part of the National Mural Series
Photographer/Videographer: Mila Bright Zlatanovic
Services: Public Art Management
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Interior Mural
The concept of A Stroll by the Humber was inspired by landmarks & public places of Etobicoke neighborhood from The Humber Bay Arch Bridge and Humber River to the Humber Bay Butterfly Conservatory. The designs of the butterflies are inspired from actual ones that are found in the conservatory like the Red Admiral, American Painted Lady, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail and the Viceroy.
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Poonam Sharma
Lead Artist
Poonam Sharma is a contemporary folk visual artist & muralist. Through 25+ art & community projects she has been contributing in beautifying & betterment of Toronto & GTA. Her designs are inspired by Indian folk art, diverse cultures and communities unifying them through the medium of vivid colors.
The BMO National Mural Series falls under the public art management service. Visit the project page to see artworks by many talented and diverse artists at different branches across Canada!
PROJECT PARTNER
These works of art were made possible by BMO in collaboration with STEPS Public Art. BMO’s National Mural Series was designed to create opportunities to celebrate local communities and the people who live and visit them. By working with hyper local artists to design murals with meaning and impact specific to each location, BMO hopes to bring art to locations where artists and community members might not otherwise have an opportunity.
At BMO, we are proud to be partners in these communities, celebrate our customers, and support local artists. These beautiful pieces of art not only express BMO’s values and celebrate diversity they also provide opportunities to surprise and delight those visiting our branches. We look forward to expanding this program and curating many more murals in branches across Canada.
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