Against the Wall Mural Event On Saturday, May 5, 2007, the City of Pickering hosted the first ever Against the Wall Mural Contest. The Free event invited Pickering Teens, ages 13 to 19, to paint a mural on one of the newer walls installed at Diana, Princess of Wales Park, behind the Pickering Recreation Complex. The event brought out 9 artists in total, along with some local skate boarders and break dancing enthusiasts. Each artist had their own space on a wall to paint, and by the end of the day there were 9 great, new pieces of art! Prizes were awarded for first, second, third and fourth place pieces. All 9 participants received a t-shirt and the top four winners received additional prizes from PineRidge Arts Council, Tribal Gear, Switch Skate, Sonz of God clothing, S and J's and City of Pickering.
Congratulations to Paul Allen for placing first in this competition! Paul received $100 donated by PineRidge Arts Council for this event. Second place went to Cassandra Quaye, third place to Josh Sherland and fourth place to Kwame McKenzie. Special thanks to the event judges: Danielle, from PineRidge Arts Council, Jeff and Darryl, from H & E Motifs and Kim Kranc from City of Pickering. For information on upcoming FREE Teen Programs & Events in Pickering, please call 905.420.6588 or check out our website at cityofpickering.com/teen - 30 -
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