Free registration for the Mural Academy opens today
Between July 29 to 31, you can learn how to safely (and legally!) use aerosol spray paint to create incredible street art.
As part of the Mural Mentorship Program, up to 90 participants, ages 12+, will join artist AJA Louden in the skill-building Mural Academy workshop. After learning his techniques with spray paint and other tools, you’ll have the chance to practice on a temporary wall.
Registration and program materials are free. There are six workshops to choose from. Sign up now!
Meet the artist on July 29
AJA Louden (pronounced A-jay) is a visual artist of Jamaican-Canadian heritage based in amiskwaciwâskahikan (Treaty 6, Edmonton, Alberta). AJA is a muralist who is passionate about sharing his knowledge to inspire others.
Learn more about AJA’s work on July 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Unifor Building (10019 MacDonald Ave.). Walks-in are welcome, but pre-registration helps us know how many treats to bring – register now!
From Mural Academy to the Mini Mural Project
After participating in the Mural Academy, you can submit a design sketch to turn a concrete barricade into a work of art!
Up to 25 participants will be approved to continue working with AJA in August to paint murals on the concrete barricades currently located in the Jubilee Centre parking lot.
Borealis Skate Park Mural
As part of the Mural Mentorship Program and in partnership with the Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre, AJA will work with local Indigenous youth to complete a mural at the Borealis Skate Park in August.
To register, contact the Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre.
Program collaboration
The Mural Mentorship Program is proudly presented by Public Art Wood Buffalo in partnership with the Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre and the Wood Buffalo Integrated Youth Network.
