I’m sitting in a restaurant listening to an fascinating mixture of Afro-techno and rap music. It’s by far probably the most eclectic cafe I’ve been to right here in my West Coast Canadian metropolis. Pretend bushes with stuffed monkeys and koala bears. Giant statues of giraffes. Enjoyable indicators, toys, jewelry, scrumptious espresso drinks and naturally artwork…
I learn someplace on Reddit that this neighbourhood, relatively ‘avenue’ is the fifth coolest avenue on this planet, dated one month in the past. Now I don’t have scientific proof however I wouldn’t doubt it! It’s inclusive, inventive, vibrant and non-pretentious. So… non-pretentious. I adore it.
As I sip the drink I apparently named the ‘Gen X Particular’; espresso, ice and orange crush (is sensible proper?) I’m having fun with the varied artwork on the partitions of native artists. The artwork is ideal for the native old-school hip and eclectic neighbourhood, and vibrant, and ideal… as all artwork is.
An previous barbershop I handed by in the present day additionally displayed canvas artwork on their partitions. Pinks and purples like bubble gum…additionally good.
This little cafe will encourage my subsequent piece, and I can’t wait to return residence and begin on it. Creating as a lot artwork as doable is one of the simplest ways to turn into the artist you wish to be. I’m portray on canvas each likelihood I get. I’ve been promoting prints…