Painting the Falaise Crescent Road Mural – image credit: John Cameron
On August 17, we’ll be teaming up with friends from the Falaise Community Association for a fresh coat of creativity! We’re repainting and expanding the Falaise Crescent Road Mural, and we’re calling on volunteers to roll up their sleeves and help bring the street to life.
Falaise Crescent Road Mural Repaint
Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025
Time: between 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (or as long as you can stay!)
Where: Falaise Crescent right opposite the playground entrance to Falaise Park
Map: https://goo.gl/maps/F22n1dwBrh1ixLSx9
What to Expect
- Paint, brushes, and supplies provided (and if you can, please bring your own brushes: 1.5″–3″)
- Snacks, cool drinks, and a rest tent to keep you fuelled and shaded
- Fresh water available for drinking and clean-up
- Tips, guidance, and mural wisdom from experienced painters
- Possibly, a few special guests and media attention — so bring your best hat in case you end up on TV!
No experience necessary — just bring your energy, creativity, and weather-appropriate clothes (covering your knees or knee pads recommended) and clothing you don’t mind getting a little messy.
Want to Join In?
Contact Stuart MacPherson at stuartmac@telus.net to express interest or ask questions.
Just as in past years, the Greater Victoria Placemaking Network has partnered with the Falaise Community Association to install the mural in 2022, and participate in an annual refresh and repaint. GVPN stellar volunteer Teale Phelps-Bondaroff has been huge promoter of the benefits of road murals in placemaking, as seen in this 2-minute video: Introduction to Road Murals in Saanich.
This is a hands-on opportunity to learn how road murals happen — and to explore how to make one in your own neighbourhood!
Falaise Crescent Road Mural Refresh – 2023 Volunteer Team. Image credit: Teale Phelps-Bondaroff
Guest Author: Jessica Hum
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