The mural on the wall of the Blackwood Uniting Church celebrates Blackwood's close-knit community.
The Walk
Artist: Cecile Gariepy
Project cost: $9,500
Location: Blackwood Uniting Church, 266 Main Road, Blackwood
Installed: 2022
Canadian-born artist Cecile Gariepy has created a mural that celebrates Blackwood’s close-knit community. The Walk is a 20-metre mural that stretches along one wall of the Blackwood Uniting Church. Cecile says she hoped to capture the sense of togetherness that she encountered in Blackwood as well as reflecting the importance of protecting open spaces and biodiversity. Blackwood Uniting Church Minister Michael Dowling says he’s thrilled with the mural which he says has been embraced by residents. “Thank you to Cecile, and the City of Mitcham, for this wonderful gift to the Church and wider community.”
About the artist
Cécile Gariépy is an illustrator based in Montreal. She loves images that tell stories. She conceives illustrations for various mediums and clients, ranging from American newspapers to Quebec food products packaging, including the annual birthday card for her mother. Her work is playful and puts emphasis on colour, composition and character design. Cécile is afraid of finding monsters under her bed, but other than that, it's all good.
