Monica Loney
Transformative Power of Public Art | Barrie, Ontario, Canada
A visual Metis artist from Barrie who believes community is the heart of a city and art plays a role in connecting us all. Monica is no stranger to public art and working a scissor lift. You can find her advocating for public art with guided tours as well as through her own large scale pieces and installations located within Simcoe County. Monica is the recipient of the 2022 Emerging Artist Award from the City of Barrie and has continued forward showcasing the powerful benefits of art within the community.
About the Project
Working with a vulnerable sector of the community to encourage creative expression and give a voice for a cause, a public art piece will be created. By providing an avenue to develop skills and empower for change, the project's goal is to break down barriers and stigmas within the community. Painting a mural from the initial stages of planning and prep to the final finished piece and unveiling celebration, participants will be encourged to take up space; building community connections and highligting the universal truth: we are all connected and worthy of care. We all have a story to share.