The Spirit Corner Mural
The Spirit Corner mural is located at 67 Mahon Avenue near the North Shore Spirit Trail, the spectacular mural painting has transformed what was previously a wall of graffiti into a community showpiece and public wayfinding landmark for the Spirit Trail.
Visit Jane Clark's website for more information and images of this unique artwork.
Artist - Jane Clark
Spirit Corner was designed by acclaimed artist and writer, Jane Clark, whose son is renowned musician and photographer, Bryan Adams. Jane is the Feature Artist for the North Shore Spirit of B.C. Committee and will be showcasing her artwork at Whistler during the 2010 Winter Games.
Inspired by the spirit of collaboration between the City and Squamish Nation, Ms. Clark donated the mural painting and her time to the project.
Theme
The 86-feet wide by 26-feet tall mural painting depicts the City and Squamish Nation, connected by the Spirit Trail and Stelmexw, the official trail logo. The elements are set against the distinctive outlines of the North Shore and happens to reflect the colours of the City logo, with purple mountains, green landscape, blue sky and winding trail.
Partnership
The Spirit Corner represents the City's commitment to establishing cooperative working relationships with members of the community.
Hesp Automotive, which occupies the building that features the mural painting, approached the City to find a creative solution to address a long-standing graffiti problem. The beautification project became an opportunity for the City to build upon its partnership with the Squamish Nation and collaborate with Hesp Automotive and international artist Jane Clark.
Financial contributions toward the project were provided by the City of North Vancouver, Hesp Automotive, North Shore Spirit of B.C., North Shore Credit Union, Squamish Nation, 2010 Legacies Now and Gulf Pacific Group.
*Source City of North Vancouver
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