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Bas Relief Mural 2 by Wade, Stockdill, and Amour, Architects
Park Dreams by Ken Faulks
Park Dreams by Ken Faulks
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Details
Artwork Type
Mural
Medium
Acrylic on plywood
Unveiled date
April 25, 2004
Dimensions
10' x 10'
Reference #
3737
Site
Royal Athletic Park, 1014 Caledonia Avenue. Murals are located on fencing on Vancouver Street.
Art Category
Civic Public Art
Selection Process
Civic: By Jury - Open Competition
Municipality/Neighbourhood
Victoria: North Park
Description
Artwork Description
One of five outdoor artworks mounted on the fence of Royal Athletic Park as part of the parks's revitalization. Martin Batchelor (concept) Ken Faulks (mural painting)
Artwork Statement
The works of art reflect the theme "outdoor sports and recreational field activities of Royal Athletic Park" and enhance this public space.
About Ken Faulks
Dates
1964 in Victoria, BC
Artist Bio
In 1983 Ken Faulks started freelancing part-time as a commercial illustrator, Victoria. In 1985 he created Artech Graphics Ltd. and became a full-time illustrator in Victoria. He moved to Vancouver in 1987 to continue as a freelance illustrator and in 1989 started a part-time career as a fine artist working 'en plein air' in oils. He co-created "The 2 1/2" in 1990 with painters Andrew Wooldridge and Marie Stevens and started gallery exhibitions in 1991 with the other members of 'The 2 1/2'.
Artist Website
www.kenfaulks.com
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