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Saturday, May 25, 2013

∆ ∏ Let what is, be ∏ ∆




^ HIT PLAY^
THEN START READING (WHILE IT'S PLAYING)

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So much is created
So much is nothing perceived differently and then transformed into something
It's always a moment of relief when you realized how nothing is your something
How empty the thing is that you thought was everything

The release is in the responsibility of that thing
The expectations of that thing
The ever present over bearing pressure of having it to be perfect


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The eyes are deceiving but the heart even more
The heart oozes a cover over the things you should know
You feel it, you know it, you accept it as you would a painful deadly pill of ecstasy

No more.
No More of this. It's enough

Let what is, be
And let what is to be, happen with no other expectations

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Wednesday, May 22, 2013

How Public Art can be Used to Change Cities


When I got my first bike ten years ago, I never would have thought that I'd be on the radio talking about cycling issues and that this two wheeled machine would play such a huge roll in my life. Bikes have changed me for the better and has allowed me to contribute positively to a world that I've struggled to understand.

I've had this idea to paint a bike mural downtown for a long time and last week I completed this vision with an artist I've grown up admiring. It's no exaggeration to say that this has been a dream come true.

For me, this mural is more than just about bikes, it's about representing an idea and a population of people who believe in creating a more sustainable place to live. It's about promoting innovation and change in a way that benefits not only the individual but also an entire city and the planet.

This wall is ultimately a reflection of the times we are currently living in Montreal. Cycling is becoming more and more of a hot topic and although there is some talk of it in the media, it is not being represented much in public space. My goal with this project is to add some beauty to an otherwise tense conversation about cohabitation and to see how I can contribute to building a future where we all feel like we belong.

I wanted to represent the incredible amount of potential and beautiful energy that I see coming from bikes and the people on them.And although we have a huge obstacle ahead of us in trying to figure out what changes can and should be done, I am hopeful that we can do it.

I want to keep pursuing the power and impact of public art and with this project, I've seen in real time the influence that art can have on someone's perception of an idea. People with all kinds of social backgrounds and points of view have reacted positively to this wall and I think that says an enormous amount about the impact and influence that public space has on people. We are constantly being sold and told to believe in things that distance ourselves from what makes us human and I can't help but feel a social responsibility to encourage a different type of dialogue. I'd like to empower and motivate people to discover who they are and to not try to be what someone else wants them to be.
Society is unforgiving in their influence and I think it's unfair.

I'm excited about the future and even if this wall exists only for a week, the impact it's had on me and the people around me is measurable. Throughout my time painting, numerous photographers came to visit me to take photos and used the wall as a way of exploring their own creativity. On many occasions, people just came and sat as I painted and doodled while getting inspired by what they saw. I would be naive to ignore the value of these moments.

So as this project comes to an end, I want people to understand the importance of living your life to the fullest and pursuing your passion with all your heart. You only have one life to live and although it's hard sometimes, nothing good in life comes easy.

I feel privileged to do this project and thank everyone who has supported me over the last week and months.

 I look forward to doing more projects like this in the future and to see how far I can go...


-Cam


To view more photos of the wall, check out the photo Album here-> http://bit.ly/13IAApl




Wednesday, May 15, 2013

My Trip to Toronto


I spent a hot day in the sun and didn't have any sunscreen.
What did I do?
I put my shirt on my neck.
Neck sunburns are the worst
THE WORST


WAM BAM THANK YOU MAM



CHYEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH










SEEE YAAAAAAAA

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A mural for Montreal Cyclists: Day 2 Progress


Photos by Johanna Taar: Mural for MTL Cyclists

Thanks to Johanna Taar for these shots from yesterday. 
If anyone feels like coming by and shooting some photos or video, you are more than welcome to do so!







Thursday, May 9, 2013

I'll leave you a message

I'll leave you a message
It'll say something about how nice your eyes are
I'll trail off into a thought about the cracks in the pavement I saw today
And then mention the lady who had bad perfume next to me in line

The days become fragments of moments and I forget what time things are at
I couldn't tell you what day it was but I can tell you what memory you are in

It's not often the sky opens it's big lips and smiles with it's white teeth
No, the frame that I put my picture in was presumed to be a big heavy one, painted dark black so that even the painted colours couldn't escape

I look off my balcony and start seeing people and not enemies
I start feeling at ease with the casual smiles of strangers
No one is here to bite me

"No time. There's no time.", You say.
"Find time, find time.", I say.

Because what is time? Time is just a collection of fragmented moments.
What is a moment?

A moment is purpose

Thursday, May 2, 2013

BMEF 2013 Prize Rims

I'll be going out to Toronto this weekend to race and have fun with the Toronto messenger crowd who have put in an amazing fundraiser for the Bicycle Messenger Emergency Fund.
 I've painted a pair of B43 rims to be awarded to the first place woman. Notice the hint of gold? 
Yeah, gold...
I'm really excited to be part of this race and excited to hand these rims off. If you'd like to know more about the BMEF you can visit their website-  http://www.bicyclemessenger.org/

If you're in Toronto, you should totally come party it up with all us messengers and ex messengers and check out the rims in person.
Check the FB event for more details