Bacon
Toronto
Instagram: vizsla_bacon
Canadian graffiti artist Bacon began painting in the 90’s as a teenager. He is best known for his colourful works lining the alleys and streets of Toronto. Bacon describes the art form as being passed down from one generation to the next. “The streets taught me to paint.”
His work has evolved to deconstructing traditional graffiti spray paint techniques to create an abstract graffiti style while maintaining letter form. His use of a mature colour pallet and mixing of realism with the stylized graffiti fonts gives his work a unique look with smooth transitions and texture.
Most recently Bacon has been doing large scale murals while maintaining the disciplines of graffiti. His work can be seen all over Toronto.
View some of his work on instagram @vizsla_bacon
Mique Michelle
Ottawa
Instagram:
Brad Biederman
London Ontario
Canada
226.926.5765
www.ani-33.blogspot.ca
Instagram: anithirththree
Artist Bio
Brad Biederman is a Canadian fine artist who emphasizes painting murals indoors and outdoors. His preferred medium is spray paint but he's equally comfortable with paint brushes and pencils. His images are often plays on phrases or moments in history. The esthetic of his work has roots in Graffiti and classical animation both which have been apart of his life for the past 30 years. Brad has a consistencey that can be seen throughout his work and be read from one artwork to another. Whether it be on canvas, indoor or outdoor walls, the viewer is able to piece together a narrative that is consistent and intriguing. Such themes as fantasy, historical fiction and pop culture are often referenced in this work. This accessibility tends to attract audiences from all walks of life. His readily apparent love of both paint as a medium and these themes are displayed in bright colors and movement in his images. The stories that he tells through his work are just as important to him as the physical connection he derives from the action of painting itself. As an artist who works on commission, he has a proven record of completing jobs on time and within budget.
Artist Statement
Large scale murals have been a passion of Brad's for many years. Brad is not afraid to tackle big projects be it as a solo or team player. Often when called into a group project Brad is the one that can be looked to for direction and guidance. With years of experience, he is always available, easily approachable and willing to help out younger artists. Brad is a self starter when it comes to finding locations to create his art. Often targeting locations that have had a history of vandalism, the reaction he recieves most often to using murals as a defence is disbelief. Luckily Brad has a healthy number of murals that have stood the test of time, being untouched by the local graffiti community through respect for his work. More often than not he will return to these locations and deliver something new and fresh simply because it is what he loves. Approaching projects with many concepts and designs, his goal is to help business owners create a connection to their community. The casual passer-by will often approach Brad and his work with curiosity. His ability to embrace this communal feeling is at the very heart of his artwork.
ARTIST BIO
SNIKR DBS- STYLE OVER STATUS
MONTREAL/OTTAWA
Instagram: @snikrdbs
A technically versatile artist, Snikr's roots are planted deeply in hop hop culture. She has degrees in both Animation and Illustration Design, and has worked as a professional mural artist for over 12 years. She dedicated the beginning of her career to the growth of Ottawa’s graffiti movement and revitalizing disadvantaged communities. Though she currently lives in Montreal, she is constantly travelling and has painted murals in cities across North America. Drawing from her broad range of artistic knowledge, she has explored many mediums and styles, from traditional painting and sculpture to graphic novels and caricatures. She carries these influences into her murals, combining an illustrative approach with dynamic compositions and unique concepts. Her work is a soulful reflection of life, capturing the energy of the environment surrounding it.
Cassandra Dickie
Artistic Coordinator/Illustrator
http://www.ottawaurbanarts.com
http://www.styleoverstatus.com
613-863-7277
Artistic Coordinator/Illustrator
http://www.ottawaurbanarts.com
http://www.styleoverstatus.com
613-863-7277
Astro
Montreal
Instagram:
Montreal is where Astro is born and raised. He started painting graffiti in the mid 90’s, and developed a highly distinctive style and a world of its own, filled with funky letters and weird creatures. His work in graffiti and street painting is not only recognized by the « kings » of graffiti, but also by the new generation and the general public thanks to his unique way of painting. Astro is one of the “lucky few” to be able to create art that will be appreciated from everyone : from kids to adults, from established graffiti artists to regular folks.
His inspirations vary from old school New-York graffiti, graphic design, to European and Japanese comics. Always searching for the perfect simple and bold outline for more visual impact, his productions must always be fresh and fun, with a vicious touch.
Astro is a master of character designing. Each character is simple, created back in the days for fast illegal graffiti, but when painted in great numbers they create strong and powerful compositions.
Besides painting for fun, Astro is often approached by various corporations for commercial collaborations. It could be for murals, publicity, fashion, illustration and more
Chris Seaton
Creative and artistic from a young age, Chris Seaton has turned his creative expressions in to art to be shared with everyone!
He studied Fine Art and Graphic Design at Fanshawe College in 2005, but is mainly self taught in his favourite medium to work with, aerosol spray paint. Chris has participated in numerous mural projects throughout the years and enjoys spending time supporting the local art community of London Ontario, his hometown. He also enjoys live painting, which allows people a first hand look into some of his talents. Painting live at numerous festivals in London, as well as other cities across South Western Ontario, he demonstrates speed painting which he creates original art in 5 minutes or less depicting space or nature scenes. Having the chance to demonstrate and connect with people first hand, has given Chris opportunities which lead him to teach graffiti workshops through the art museum in Woodstock, design custom murals for businesses, participate in graffiti jams including an invitation from House of Paint, Ottawa, and give back to his community by creating original pieces donated to the Ronald McDonald House of London to auction off. Always excited to have the opportunity to share art and be part of the art community, especially when in his hometown!
He studied Fine Art and Graphic Design at Fanshawe College in 2005, but is mainly self taught in his favourite medium to work with, aerosol spray paint. Chris has participated in numerous mural projects throughout the years and enjoys spending time supporting the local art community of London Ontario, his hometown. He also enjoys live painting, which allows people a first hand look into some of his talents. Painting live at numerous festivals in London, as well as other cities across South Western Ontario, he demonstrates speed painting which he creates original art in 5 minutes or less depicting space or nature scenes. Having the chance to demonstrate and connect with people first hand, has given Chris opportunities which lead him to teach graffiti workshops through the art museum in Woodstock, design custom murals for businesses, participate in graffiti jams including an invitation from House of Paint, Ottawa, and give back to his community by creating original pieces donated to the Ronald McDonald House of London to auction off. Always excited to have the opportunity to share art and be part of the art community, especially when in his hometown!
Artist Profile Mr. Hydde
E-mail: mrhydde@mrhydde.com
Webpage: http://mrhydde.com
I am an artist living and working in the Toronto area. I show my work under the pseudonym Mr. Hydde. I completed my B.F.A at Queen's University in Kingston Ontario, and my M.F.A. degree at Concordia University in Montreal. I lived in Tokyo Japan for 2 years, where I became familiar with Japanese printmaking techniques and started to become interested in Japanese Pop and Street Culture through my artistic contacts.
I took a long break from showing my work due to personal illness and the demands of a career in Elementary School teaching. I started making and showing my work again in 2013 and I have been vigorously pursuing and growing an art career for the last 5 years. I have been a strong presence in the Toronto Emerging Arts scene for the last few years. I have participated in many group shows and Pop-Up opportunities. I am reasonably well known and respected by other artists in the emerging arts community.
When I was contacted through Instagram by the owner of Coldstream Fine Arts my career changed. Working in partnership with an established gallery means that I am unable to participate in Pop-Up shows and open call shows at rival galleries. However, it does help establish the credibility of my work which has helped with sales and other career opportunities. My gallery has significantly extended my reach in the Toronto Arts community.
I was also contacted through Instagram last year by “The Bushwick Collective”, a famous New York street art collective with international connections and many prominent members (Nychos, Sipros, Chor Boogie, Buffmonster, Surge, Case Maclaim, ect.). I was invited to New York to participate as a mural painter in the Bushwick Collective Block Party, a prominent street art event. I am planning to paint in their Dec. event at the Miami Basel art event. I expect even more media coverage as Miami Basel is easily the largest art event in North America. I am a member in good standing with the Collective, with an automatic invitation to paint at any of their events.
Social media has facilitated many of my career successes and it is my primary source of sales of my work. I regularly create content and interact with my audience through various social platforms. My most prominent presence is in Instagram and Facebook.
Instagram: @MrHydde_artist
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darren.hyde.56 -personal page
https://m.facebook.com/MisterHydde/ -fan page
Twitter: @MrHydde_artist
I also have accounts on Tumblr, Google, Linkedin, and Pintrest but I don’t use them for my regular art practice.
Due to my active social media activities I have sought out media coverage and below are some of the links to media content I have been associated with
Media Featuring Mr. Hydde
AU Interview: https://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=TM2JDu6fYrM
Sitting & Smoking : https://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=Tb8hjcrKlqU
City Box: https://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=QKBdkqe3GPA
The Super Duper Show: https://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=5W46Ha_1MtM
Mr. Hydde print interviews-
http://www.magcloud.com/browse/magazine/954770
http://1340art.com/post/164075361112/mr-hydde-canada
Girth Radio - Verbal Paintbrush Interview of Mr. Hydde by Craig Caucasian
https://www.mixcloud.com/verbalpaintbrush/verbal-paintbrush-with-mr-hydde/
Nohl Reiser
Artist Bio
Nohl is a self-taught visual artist who has been producing colourful, vibrant artwork and murals for the past 15 years. He was raised in London, ON, where he still resides. He credits vintage sign advertising, cartoon mascots and characters as his biggest influences growing up. He specializes in creating colourful, bold, and fun character and typography inspired pieces of art. Nohl’s primary medium is aerosol paint, but he also enjoys using liquid acrylic and other paint mediums.
Nohl has participated in a number of large commissioned mural projects in Ontario. Most notably the ‘Sports Mural’ (2016) in Toronto for Ravina Gardens, and the ‘Alphabet Mural’ (2015) in Toronto for the new GO Transit station at Bloor St W. He has also produced many notable commercial pieces or art for local businesses including The Boombox Bakeshop, Grooves Records, The Lucan Library and many more. Nohl has volunteered his time and skillset to a number of fantastic charitable events including The Boys and Girls Club of London, The Annual Aids Walk (London, ON), SueFest Heart and Stroke Foundation (Brantford, ON), and many more.
Nohl’s artistic mission is to create fun and inviting imagery that everyone will enjoy. Nohl is presently working on a large body of work to showcase in 2018. He is also helping to finish up a mural for the Spaghetti Eddies ally in downtown London coordinated by ArtFusion. You can find new and old works of his throughout the city of London and southwestern ON.
Nohl Reiser
123 Cecilia Ave
London, ON
N5Y 3Z9
519-719-4808
Moises Frank
Toronto
Instagram: luvsumone
Moises Frank is a Toronto based graffiti artist known as Luv Sum One or Luvs for short. Graffiti has been a passion and an obsession of his since he was 10. At 16 he started painting murals and selling paintings across Toronto. At 17 he was invited to teach art classes at the Art Gallery of Ontario. Since then he was been commissioned by TD bank, CIBC Bank, Foot Locker, Town Shoes, NBA All Star games, Converse Canada and was the youngest artist to paint a mural at Facebook Canada’s head office at the age of 21.
Recently, Luvs has also been invited to paint murals nationally and internationally. Places including, Montreal, Ottawa, Baltimore, Florida, California, New York and even Colombia. His dreams are to just continue to travel, paint and spread love through his passion.
@luvsumone
@luvsumone
Jerry Rugg
Jerry Rugg aka birdO is a Canadian muralist based in Toronto.
While his surreal geometric animals can be found on canvas, in
digital print, and installation, birdO is primarily known for his large
scale mural work on walls and buildings around the world. He
utilizes the principals of graphic design in his painted works and
treats his surfaces as editorial layouts which make his animals easily
identifiable with their unique look and composition.
Meaghan Claire Kehoe
MeaghanClaireKehoe.com
226•929•2621
Meaghan Claire Kehoe
Artist•Illustrator•Muralist
Meaghan Claire Kehoe is a young and emerging full-time artist local to Toronto and Waterloo.
Her murals can be enjoyed in over 30 Starbucks cafés across southern Ontario as well as in other commercial and private spaces. Kehoe also takes painting commissions and dedicates time in her studio to her private collection of oil, acrylic and multi-media pieces for collective shows such as The Artist Project in Toronto. She is most recognized for her expressive use of vibrant colour and her Rainbow Nation series- aptly named for its prototype, a portrait of Nelson Mandela, or “Madiba.”
After specializing in Illustration at Sheridan College in Oakville, Meaghan completed her French Honours Degree at Wilfrid Laurier University culminating in an exchange term in Tours, France where she studied Figure drawing at François Rabellais Université. Her passion for language and travel has enhanced her style and treatment of the human figure, injecting spontaneity and surprising twists on classic subjects.
Artist•Illustrator•Muralist
Meaghan Claire Kehoe is a young and emerging full-time artist local to Toronto and Waterloo.
Her murals can be enjoyed in over 30 Starbucks cafés across southern Ontario as well as in other commercial and private spaces. Kehoe also takes painting commissions and dedicates time in her studio to her private collection of oil, acrylic and multi-media pieces for collective shows such as The Artist Project in Toronto. She is most recognized for her expressive use of vibrant colour and her Rainbow Nation series- aptly named for its prototype, a portrait of Nelson Mandela, or “Madiba.”
After specializing in Illustration at Sheridan College in Oakville, Meaghan completed her French Honours Degree at Wilfrid Laurier University culminating in an exchange term in Tours, France where she studied Figure drawing at François Rabellais Université. Her passion for language and travel has enhanced her style and treatment of the human figure, injecting spontaneity and surprising twists on classic subjects.
