Oakville unveiled a new mural at Glen Abbey Community Centre on Oct. 17, 2024, created by a local artist.
Created in partnership with STEPS Public Art, a Canadian charity dedicated to community-building through art, this mural celebrates the town's diversity with a nature-inspired theme.
According to the town, this 135-foot mural reflects input from community members and highlights Oakville’s commitment to inclusion, equity, and supporting underrepresented artists.
Designed by local artist Julia YH, the mural incorporates input from community members, showcasing their unique perspectives.
Julia YH was selected through the CreateSpace Public Art Residency announced in February.
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Julia is a Chinese-Canadian visual artist whose work blends anthropological insights into dynamic, site-specific designs. Her artwork explores a range of characters, styles and narratives, drawing on mythology, nature and our shared human experience. She can be found on Instagram at @_monkyi or on her website.
This 135-foot mural was completed with support from Oakville Paint and Decor Centre and Benjamin Moore.
According to the artist, more than 20 cans of paint were used to transform this public art space in 23 days, with 60 residents contributing their own artistic touches.
Oakville residents are invited to visit Glen Abbey Community Centre to explore the new mural and discover its local connections.
For more information about Oakville’s public art program, visit the Public Art and Exhibitions page.