Time Steps
by Francis Robert (Frank) Lewis
Description
The mural shows a celebration of life in British Columbia through 150 years of joyous dance from quadrilles to hip-hop. The mural continues the lifelong theme of the artist—to depict Canadians at work and play.
About Francis Robert (Frank) Lewis
Dates
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, 1932 - 2013
Biography
Frank Lewis studied at the Vancouver School of Art learning from such artists as Jack Shadbolt, Gordon Smith, Arthur Erickson and Donald Jarvis in the 1950s. He had a career as a commercial artist and illustrator in Toronto and Vancouver. Frank moved to Vancouver Island where he started painted murals in 1982 – he continued to do large-scale projects for several years.
Resume
Lewis's work includes the Vancouver's 100th anniversary mural on the wall of the Maritime Museum, Peacock's Billiards in Victoria, the XV Commonwealth Games Mural in Victoria, a Heritage Townscape mural in Kenora, Ontario and one for the entrance hall of the Canadian High Commission in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He has painted several murals for the City of Victoria. His work also appears on canvases in many homes in Canada and the United States.
Details
Artwork Type
Mural
Medium
Outdoor acrylic latex paint on stucco
Dimensions
24' long x 10' high
Unveiled Date
10/7/2008
Reference Number
3842
Site
Luxe Buiding, 1114 Langley Street. The mural is painted on the wall at the back of the building and is easily accessible.
Artwork Category
Civic Public Art
Artwork Selection Process
Civic: By jury - Open Competition
Location
Victoria > Downtown