Albertans' Love of Wild Alberta Inspires Murals at Calgary Tower
Alberta Wilderness Association
News Release: February 28, 2006
Hidden inside the dim stairwells of the Calgary Tower lies a very special treasure created by Albertans, inspired by their love of our wild landscapes. For the past three years Albertans have created murals of brilliant colour and design that can be seen only once a year during Alberta Wilderness Association's annual fundraiser Climb for Wilderness.
"The thought of giant murals spiraling up the Tower's stairwell is exciting," says Natalie Marsh, a Calgary artist who is one of this year's judges. "The inspiration that goes into the art is contagious for the climbers." So far, 45 of the 96 landings have been painted with a delightfully diverse array of designs by both amateur and professional artists. Read More