“Strato-Chief Gardens” #Utilistories

“Strato-Chief Gardens” #Utilistories

Inspiration for this #Utilistories box stemmed from local stories and the art of Sunnyside resident Karen Teskey, who utilizes her 1973 Pontiac Strato Cheif car as a platform for public art in Sunnyside. Artist: Helen Young   Writer: Nikki Sheppy Location: 407 10 St...
Local Stories

Local Stories

Hockey, pigeons and a date that lasts 50 years are included in the art on this installation. Artist: My-An Nguyen Location: 505 10 St NW (north of the Shell station on 5 Ave) #Utilistories Project Kensington helped develop the Utility Box Public Art Program with the...
“Dr. Who Call-Box” Utility Box Mural

“Dr. Who Call-Box” Utility Box Mural

This utility box is painted with villans and the TARDIS (time travelling phone booth) from the long-running British TV show Doctor Who.  Painted by local artist Jennifer Dobbin during the build-out of this patio to create a public space and address the step-up curb...
“Tiger in The Lilies” Utility Box Mural

“Tiger in The Lilies” Utility Box Mural

This utility junction box was painting in 1997 by local artist Jennifer Dobbin using oil paints. The subject is the official animal and plant of India, inspired by the now-closed East Indian restaurant located in the building (now a Tim Hortons).  Painted far before...