PAINT THE TOWN
Forever influenced by the mural painted on her family’s Mexican home, Whitby-based creative, Lisa Town, draws energy from the textures, sounds and stories of the street.
Lisa utilizes a combination of many creative techniques in her works, with a heavy preference towards mixed media - focusing on people and simple language as a means of exploring daily activities, emotions and societal issues.
As a multi-disciplinary creative, I am attracted to a variety of mediums as a means of storytelling.
I find inspiration in energy, whether it be found through the solitude of natural or rural settings, or the flurry of industrial or urban areas.
Many times I need exposure to both in order to produce holistic pieces of work.
Through my work, I aim to capture the essence of a moment, experience or individual and translate it on paper, canvas or wood.
I am intentional in my production and challenge myself to find inspiration wherever I may be in a given day. I like to stockpile experiences in the hopes that they will be transformed artistically when the time is right.
I believe that art should be accessible, and despite its complexities, should be received and interpreted by any audience.
The mural featured on this page is a custom commission displayed at Whitby cafe and roasting headquarters, Jacked Up Coffee.
With a passion for bringing art to her community, Lisa fused elements of the cafe’s atmosphere, including neighbourhood landmarks and the spirit of the local community, to create a staple piece that expresses the heart of the brand.
A proportion of each sale will be donated to the Durham Children's Aid Foundation for the purposes of art therapy services for children, youth and families within the Region of Durham.
Shop Lisa’s full collection below.