The Town of Saugeen Shores is celebrating new community art installations in both Port Elgin and Southampton.
These art pieces, the Great Blue Heron, Pollinator Paradise and the Land That Raised Up are across the community and the result of close collaboration between the Town of Saugeen Shores, Southampton BIA and Downtown Port Elgin BIA.
The pieces;
“Great Blue Heron” – Hand-painted in the alley of Rosina Restaurant at 698 Goderich Street, Port Elgin, this striking mural was created by Port Elgin local artist Emilie Darlington. Her bold use of vibrant colours brings the grace and strength of the heron to life, capturing the spirit of Saugeen Shores’ natural beauty.
“Pollinator Paradise” – Located in the alley of 613 Goderich Street, Port Elgin, this 8-foot high by 16-foot-wide digital mural by Emilie Darlington celebrates the vital role of pollinators in our ecosystem. Designed digitally, printed on vinyl, and installed on panels, the piece radiates colour and environmental awareness.
“The Land That Raised Us” – Installed on the Bell utility building at the corner of Highway 21 Lansdowne Street in Southampton, this 12-foot high by 32-foot-long mural was created by Emily Kewageshig and Taylor Cameron, artists from Saugeen First Nation #29. The artwork honours the ancestral territory of the Saugeen Ojibwe and invites reflection on our connections and shared responsibility to care for the land.
Mayor Luke Charbonneau says these murals reflect the collaborative effort tot ell stories, honour the land and create memorable experiences for residents and visitors alike.
