This mural by the artist A'Shop was painted in 2013 on a wall in an alley at 6232 rue De Normanville, in the Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie borough of Montreal, Canada. It is a street-art piece, so it sits in the everyday fabric of the neighbourhood rather than behind the walls of a gallery, which makes it a pleasant stop for anyone walking the area with an eye for public art.
About the work
The mural was produced under the city's Programme graffitis et murales, run by SODER, the Montreal organisation that supports the city's street art. The programme brought commissioned murals into the public realm, and this piece is one of the many that now mark the city's laneways and walls. Its alternative name, Murale située au 6232, rue De Normanville (ruelle), reflects its location in the alley.
Planning a visit
- Location: an alley off rue De Normanville, in Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie
- Type of visit: a short, free look at outdoor art, best combined with a walk through the area
- More information: the City of Montreal's mural listing for this work is available on its public art pages
Because the mural is outdoors and in a lane, it is best seen on foot, and it pairs well with exploring the wider borough, where other murals and local streets can fill out an afternoon. Those who enjoy Montreal's street art scene will find this a simple, rewarding detour.