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Michael Kras
21 Sep 2022

Hamilton’s Keddy Access Trail now home to six stunning murals

Several Hamilton artists have added their creative touches to the otherwise utilitarian Keddy Access Trail. Completed in 2020, the 2.7 km trail that runs the length of the Claremont Access is a prime ...

Michael Kras
19 Jul 2022

This innovative public art in Hamilton uses interactive augmented reality

A striking new mural of a bird in flight has landed on Hamilton’s York Boulevard parkade; and its got some innovative tricks up its sleeve. Conceived and painted by Hamilton artist Scott McDonald fo...

Michael Kras
11 Apr 2022

Popular Hamilton shop for imported treasures is closing after 31 years

A beloved shop in Hamilton known for its unique imported finds – and its eye-catching kaleidoscope mural – has announced that it is closing up shop after 31 years. Grasshopper Imports has long bee...

Michael Kras
12 Jul 2021

A $10,000 mural commission is being offered for a Hamilton artist

Hamilton visual artists, take note: submissions are now open for local artists and arts collectives who want to be considered for a new public art commission of $10,000. It’s a commission from Perso...

Michael Kras
31 May 2021

These bike route maps let you explore Hamilton’s stunning murals

Cyclists of Hamilton now have some online maps that will help them take a different kind of scenic route in town. Hamilton-based cycling advocacy group Everyone Rides – which seeks to “remove ...

Craig Clark
20 May 2021

Hamilton Public Library seeks artist submissions for a new mural

One of the newest community centres in Hamilton is looking to add some creative design to one of its exterior walls. Hamilton Public Library is currently looking for professional artists and artist-le...

Michael Kras
30 Oct 2020

A new large-scale piece of public art is now up on James North

One of James North’s most iconic and eye-catching features is the massive billboard adorning the side of the CBC building at 118 James North that regularly hosts large-scale installations of visual ...

Michael Kras
06 Oct 2020

Hamilton’s mural artists see the city as their canvas

Brought to you by Forge & Foster Investment Management. Like any other urban centre, much of Hamilton’s geography is a sea of blasé building facades, unremarkable cement exteriors, and bare br...

Caleb Smolenaars
09 Aug 2020

Burlington’s newest public artwork pays tribute to Black Lives Matter

A mural has been installed on the sidewalk outside Burlington City Hall in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. Painted by a local artist who wishes to remain anonymous, the mural was community...

Craig Clark
11 Feb 2020

Kobe Bryant artwork going up on James Street North

One of Hamilton’s most celebrated places for street art will now feature a massive painting of Kobe Bryant. The legendary basketball player, who died suddenly in a tragic helicopter crash on J...