Port Mural
Gritty to Pretty ‘Port of Halifax’ Mural Opportunity
“OPHELIA” Collaboration piece
55” x 82”, Aerosol, acrylic and oil on canvas
Gritty to Pretty ‘Port of Halifax’ Mural Opportunity
1. Application Form
2. Artist CV
3. Past Work Applicants must submit a maximum of 10 samples of past work that best illustrate their qualifications for this project. Submit each image on a separate page, portrait format, and include title of work, artist(s), location, commissioning agency, date, and budget. If submitting as a team, the team submits no more than 10 images.
4. Visual Representation – Include a colored rendering of proposed mural with dimensions.
5. Budget
6. Schedule Include a schedule for proposed work; provide a start and end date and detail all key stages, including development, implementation, and delivery.
7. Property Owner Agreement Form Complete and sign the property owner agreement form attached to this document.
8. Site Photos – Include photos of proposed project site and physical surroundings.
9. Insurance Provide proof of $2 million ($2,000,000) general liability insurance (options include but are not limited to www.palcanada.com).
10. Please create, if possible, a single file including all attachments and images.
11. Reference letter from NSCAD teacher - Jeff Domm
1.Application form
ESSAY PROPOSAL -
"Dreams Beneath the Ocean: The Blue Lobster's Tale"
By: Jared Betts
+ Katharine Burns
Mural Project Proposal Description:
Project Overview: We propose the creation of a large-scale mural to be located at the SEA PORT beside the Farmers Market + the NSCAD Port Campus, adjacent to the vibrant waterfront of Halifax. This mural will serve as a dynamic fusion of the immersive seascapes of Katharine Burns and the abstract expressionism of Jared Betts, creating a unique visual dialogue that celebrates the ocean's beauty and complexity. This mural would be a moment in time for art history merging two completely different styles into one cohesive mural. Never before seen or done in the East Coast of Canada.
Local interaction - the cruises docking there and the cultural /historical impact + workshops and artist talks for Halifax in general + also for NSCAD students.
Artist Collaboration: Both artists, Katharine Burns and Jared Betts, are distinguished NSCAD graduates (2009/2010) with extensive national and international exhibition experience. Katharine’s evocative portrayals of the ocean will be complemented by Jared’s vibrant, abstract interpretations, resulting in a mural that captures the essence of the sea while engaging with contemporary artistic movements. This collaboration not only highlights their individual talents but also represents a significant cultural contribution to Halifax, showcasing a never-before-seen artistic endeavor on the East Coast.
Concept and Design: The two murals will depict the ocean in all its multifaceted glory, from serene waves to tumultuous seas, reflecting the emotional spectrum that the ocean evokes. Katharine’s realistic seascapes will flow seamlessly into Jared’s abstract forms, creating a visual narrative that invites viewers to explore the depths of their own connection to the ocean. The design will incorporate playful elements and unexpected surprises, enhancing the pedestrian experience and encouraging interaction with the artwork.
1.One space will be abstract art merged with a wave painting.
2.The second space will be a mural of a blue lobster under shallow water.
See concept below in #
*it may also involve - LED or actual neon components in or around. If additional lighting budget were to be provided. TBD if successful in getting this mural.
Community Engagement: In conjunction with the mural, we plan to host artist talks and workshops for NSCAD students and the public, fostering a deeper understanding of the artistic process and the themes explored in the mural. This initiative will not only enrich the educational experience at NSCAD but also strengthen community ties through art.
Lighting and Durability: To enhance the mural's impact, we will consider incorporating special lighting elements that will illuminate the artwork at night, creating an engaging experience for pedestrians and further enhancing the urban landscape. The mural will be crafted using high-quality, durable materials that withstand the elements, ensuring its longevity and vibrancy for years to come.
Conclusion: These 2 murals promise to be a landmark project that not only beautifies the Downtown Halifax area but also serves as a testament to the power of collaboration in the arts. By merging the talents of two innovative artists, we aim to create a lasting impression that celebrates the ocean's allure and the rich cultural fabric of our community.
Relation to the building, the surrounding neighbourhoods and the community served by the business :
The mural project, "Dreams Beneath the Ocean: The Blue Lobster's Tale in the Abstract Abyss," is strategically situated at the SEA PORT adjacent to the Farmers Market and NSCAD Port Campus, directly engaging with Halifax's vibrant waterfront community. This location enhances the building's connection to the surrounding neighborhoods by transforming a prominent public space into a cultural landmark that celebrates the ocean's significance to Halifax’s maritime identity. The project serves the local community by fostering educational opportunities through artist talks and workshops for NSCAD students and the public, thereby strengthening community ties and promoting artistic engagement. Additionally, the mural's design, which merges realistic seascapes with abstract art, reflects the ocean's multifaceted nature, resonating with residents, visitors, and cruise dockers, and contributing to the cultural and aesthetic vibrancy of the area.
12) What site/location:
1 3) What is the current condition of the chosen site
The wall has all chipping weathered white paint. It will need to be scrapped, sanded + primed before we paint the mural.
1 4) N/A
1 5) scaffold or 2 lifts will be needed.
1 6) N/A
1 7) Scaffold or scissor lift.I have experience on both.
pilons or road blocks with caution tape will be required. the space will need to be roped off so that public doesnt interfere.
1 -8) materials
acrylic, latex, oil paint, spray paint.
10 + years of durability
1 9) Mural lighting - we will look into lighting if successful
we would want the full $2500.
I hereby confirm that the info in this application is true and correct
Property Owner approval form:
I came to Halifax to try and speak with the owner but the offices were closed.
I would assume if this is a juried mural to be there, they have already given approval of murals.
2. Bio + CV
KATHARINE BURNS
I am a Nova Scotia-born artist, and my work is deeply inspired by the coastal landscapes of my
home province. The ocean’s constant ebb and flow, its intricate textures, and shifting moods form
the core of my artistic practice. I aim to capture its dynamic energy, creating emotive and detailed
paintings that resonate with viewers.
My art has gained recognition both within Nova Scotia and internationally, with works featured in
private and corporate collections across Canada, the United States, and Europe. Being celebrated
in my home province is especially meaningful, as I take great pride in contributing to the vibrant
creative community of Nova Scotia. It is an honour to be part of the province’s artistic fabric.
I create from my studio in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, continually inspired by the landscapes that have
shaped both my art and my identity.
EDUCATION
2009 BFA, Interdisciplinary, NSCAD University, Halifax, NS, Canada
ARTISTS TALKS AND PRESENTATIONS
2025 Art-Work - NSCAD Alumni Talks, Paid Public Virtual Talk
2023 Evenings @ Government House, Guest Speaker, Presented to The Honourable
Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia and guests, aired on Eastlink TV
TEACHING AND MENTORSHIPS
2024 Painting with Katharine Burns, four-week workshop Host/Instructor, Dartmouth NS
2023 Painting Waves in Oil, 4 week workshop, Host/Instructor, Dartmouth NS
2021 Paintings a Wave in Oil, Instructor, Chester Art Centre Workshops, Chester NS
2021 Art by the Sea - Artist Retreat, Instructor, Doctor’s House Luxury Inn, Trinity Bay NL
NOTABLE COLLECTIONS AND INSTALLATIONS
2024 Southwest Properties, Cunard Residences Lobby Installation, Halifax NS
2024 Sand & Surf Luxury Resort, Lobby Installation, Laguna Beach, CA USA
2023 OceanStone Resort and Spa, Atrium Installation, Hubbards, NS
2020 John Risley Private Collection
CURATED EXHIBITIONS
2024 Water II, Group Exhibition, Curator/Exhibitor, James Baird Gallery, Pouch Cove, NL
2022 Water, Group Exhibition, Curator/Exhibitor, James Baird Gallery, Pouch Cove, NL
SELECT SOLO EXHIBITIONS
2025 Where Water Holds, KATZMAN Art Projects, Halifax, NS, Canada
2024 Voyage, Abbozzo Gallery, Toronto, ON, Canada
2023 The Wedding Show, James Baird Gallery, Pouch Cove, NL, Canada
2022 Coastal Impressions, Abbozzo Gallery, Toronto, ON, Canada
2021 Splash, James Baird Gallery, Pouch Cove, NL, Canada
2020 Water & Light, James Baird Gallery, Pouch Cove, NL, Canada
2020 Sea Change, Abbozzo Gallery, Toronto, ON, Canada
2019 Coming Ashore, Abbozzo Gallery, Toronto, ON, Canada
2019 Fathom, James Baird Gallery, Pouch Cove, NL, Canada
2018 Eventide, Argyle Fine Art Gallery, Halifax, NS, Canada
2018 Oceanic, James Baird Gallery, Pouch Cove, NL, Canada
2017 Salt Water, Argyle Fine Art Gallery, Halifax, NS, Canada
2016 Sea Level, Argyle Fine Art Gallery, Halifax, NS, Canada
SELECT GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2024 WATER, James Baird Gallery, Pouch Cove, NL, Canada
2023 Anniversary Exhibition, Abbozzo Gallery, Toronto, ON, Canada
2022 Hamptons Fine Art Fair, Abbozzo Gallery Booth, South Hampton, NY, USA
2021 Artists in Residency - Jared Betts and Katharine Burns, Pouch Cove Foundation,
Pouch Cove, NL, Canada
2020 2020TWENTY, Robert Lange Studios, South Carolina, USA
2017 WATER, James Baird Gallery, Pouch Cove, NL, Canada
RESIDENCIES
2024 Pouch Cove Foundation, Artist in Residence and Guest Curator. Selected a group
artists to attend the residency. Curated the exhibition of our work.
2023 Pouch Cove Foundation, Artist in Residence
2022 Pouch Cove Foundation, Artist in Residence and Guest Curator. Selected a group
artists to attend the residency. Curated the exhibition of our work.
2021 Pouch Cove Foundation, Artist in Residence.
SELECT PUBLICATIONS AND MEDIA
2024 My Modern Met, Large-Scale Oil Paintings Capture the Duality of the Ocean’s Power
and Tranquility by Regina Sierra
2022 CTV Atlantic, Nova Scotia Woman Keeps Making Waves with Artwork by Sarah
Plowman
2022 Saltscapes Magazine, The Making of Ophelia by Crystal Murray
2021 CTV Atlantic, Drawn to the Ocean: Painter floods living rooms and galleries with wave
by Sarah Plowman
2021 Here & There Magazine, Katharine Burns; Dancing with the Waves by Alexa Bouhelier-
Ruelle
2019 CBC News - Nova Scotia- Artist Profile Photo or Painting? This artist’s work makes it
hard to tell by Natalie Dobbin
JARED BETTS
Jared Betts, a former skateboarder turned visionary artist, weaves his creative journey through the vibrant tapestry of global art. His captivating works grace private and corporate collections across the world, reflecting a spirit that transcends borders. With over 200 exhibitions to his name, his art has danced in the luminous cities of Tokyo, Paris, London, Iceland, and New York. A recipient of more than 20 provincial grants, Jared's artistic endeavors have been further enriched by transformative residencies in Iceland, Ireland, and the lush jungles of Costa Rica, culminating in a celebrated exhibition at the National Gallery of Costa Rica. Now, he finds inspiration in his studio overlooking the majestic Bay of Fundy in New Brunswick, where the ebb and flow of nature continue to influence his creative expression.
Curriculum Vitae
EDUCATION
2010 BFA, NSCAD University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2005 ACAD, Alberta College of Art and Design, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
2002 NBCC, Animation, Miramichi, New Brunswick, Canada
GRANTS AND AWARDS
2024 Mural shortlist grant New Brunswick Tourism, Culture and Heritage
2023 Mural shortlist grant New Brunswick Tourism, Culture and Heritage
2023 Career Development Grant (Arts by Invitation - Chicago Exhibition) - arstnb
2022 Career Development Grant - Professionalization & Promotion - artsnb
2022 B- Level Creation Grant - artsnb
2022 Career Development Grant (Artist in Residence) - arstnb
2021 Career Development Grant (Artist in Residence) - arstnb
2020 Documentation Grant - Phase 1 publication - arstnb
2020 COVID-19 Special Project Fund Grant - New Brunswick Tourism, Culture and Heritage
2018 B- Level Creation Grant - artsnb
2018 Public Art for Ecole Le Marais-Antonine Maillet - New Brunswick Tourism, Culture and Heritage
2017 Artist Residency Grant - New Brunswick Tourism, Culture and Heritage
2017 B- Level Creation Grant - artsnb
2016 Career Development Grant - artsnb
2015 Career Development Grant - artsnb
2013 B- Level Creation Grant - artsnb
2012 Career Development Grant - artsnb
2012 Business Grant - Enterprise Greater Moncton
2011 C-Level Creation Grant – artsnb
2010 Career Development Grant - artsnb
2010 C-Level Creation Grant – artsnb
2010 Creation Grant – Nova Scotia Tourism, Culture and Heritage
GALLERY REPRESENTATION
Christina Parker Gallery, St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada
Gallery 78, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITIONS
2023 Epiphany Centre for the Arts, with Sheri Rush, Chicago, IL, USA
2018 Centre Culturel Canadien, Paris, France
2016 Tokyo International Art Fair, Tokyo, Japan
2015 London International Art Fair, Oxo Tower Wharf, South Bank, London, England
2014 Whitecloth Gallery, Leeds, UK
2014 Polarraum Gallery, Hamburg, Germany
2014 ESGCI Gallery, Paris, France
2013 IESA Gallery, Paris, France
2012 National Gallery of Costa Rica, San Jose, Costa Rica
2010 Populus Tremula Gallery, Akureyri, Iceland
2010 Kaffi Bjarmanesi Gallery with artist Jude Griebel, Skagaströnd, Iceland
2010 Nes Artist Residency Gallery, Skagaströnd, Iceland
SELECTED SOLO EXHIBITIONS
2025 Moncton City Hall Gallery, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2024 Katzman Art Projects, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2023 Gallery 78, Moonmist♥, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2022 SYMBIOSIS, Christina Parker Gallery, St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada
2022 PICTUS, Ax Gallery, Sussex, New Brunswick, Canada
2021 Moncton Airport, Apple Art Gallery, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2021 James Baird Gallery with Katharine Burns, Pouch Cove, Newfoundland
2021 PICTUS, Marie Helene Gallery, Bouctouche, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Moncton Airport, Apple Art Gallery, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Gallery 78, Colorlust, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Gallery 78, Celestial Light, The Playhouse, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 PICTUS, Artsplace Gallery, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada
2020 Apple Art Gallery, Black Rabbit, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Gallery on Queen, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 HONOLULU ESCAPISM, Capitol Theatre, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Studio 21 Fine Art, Gio Restaurant, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2019 PICTUS, St John Arts Centre, St. John, New Brunswick, Canada
2019 PICTUS, McCain Gallery, Florenceville-Bristol, New Brunswick, Canada
2019 PICTUS, Galerie Colline, Edmundston, New Brunswick, Canada
2018 PICTUS, Galerie Bernard Jean, Caraquet, New Brunswick, Canada
2018 Apple Art Gallery, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2017 Convention Center, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2016 Citizen Vintage, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
2016 Galerie 12 with artist Kristina Sobstad, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2014 VISAC Gallery, Trail, British Columbia, Canada
2012 Sunbury Shores Gallery, St. Andrews, New Brunswick, Canada
2011 Struts, Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada
2009 Argyle Fine Art Gallery, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2009 Khyber, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2008 Argyle Fine Art Gallery, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2008 Khyber, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2007 Argyle Fine Art Gallery, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2007 Eyelevel Gallery, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2021 Apple Art Gallery, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2021 Spicer Merrifield Gallery, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
2021 Studio 21, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2021 Gallery 78, January Colours, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Beaverbrook Gallery, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Little Gems, Spicer Merrifield Gallery, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Surviving the Pandemic, Spicer Merrifield Gallery, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Galerie Sans Noms, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 BLACK RABBIT, Apple Art Gallery, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Moncton International Airport, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Apple Art Gallery, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Studio 21 Fine Art, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2019 Salle Sans Sous, Members Show, Moncton, New Brunswick
2019 Studio 21 Fine Art, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2019 Moncton International Airport, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2018 Imago, Screenprint Show, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2018 Images Remanentes, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2018 Galerie Sans Nom, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2017 Aberdeen Cultural Center, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2017 Apple Art Gallery, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2017 Gallery on Queen, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2017 Galerie Sans Nom, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2016 Galerie Sans Nom, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2016 Gallery on Queen, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2015 Anna Leonowens Gallery, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2015 Diamond Jubilee Cruise Terminal, St. John, New Brunswick, Canada
2015 New Brunswick Museum, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
2014 Five Thousand Fingers Studio, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
2014 Beaverbrook Gallery, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2014 Andrew and Laura McCain Gallery, Florenceville, New Brunswick, Canada 2013 Ingrid Mueller Gallery, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2012 Owens Gallery, Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada
2011 Khyber, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2010 Odeguard, Red Spruce, New York, New York, USA
PUBLIC ART/ MURALS
2023 Area 506, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
2021 Canvas Hotel, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2021 Bathurst, New Brunswick, Canada
2021 Shediac Giant Lobster, Shediac, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Projet d'art Urbain, Skateboard Park, Tracadie, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 True Reflections Trainning, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Tire Shack Brewing Co., Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2019 Halifax Mural Festival, 100ft mural, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2019 Quake of the Cans, Victoria, British Columbia
2018 Ecole Le Marais-Antonine Maillet, Dieppe, New Brunswick, Canada
2018 United Way Greater Moncton SENB, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2016 Mexicali Rosas Restaurant, Day of The Dead Mural, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2016 Inspire International Mural Festival, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2015 Crea Projects, Downtown Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2015 Piano Project painting commission, LArt Ici SVP, Moncton City Hall, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2014 Mural Commission, Victoria, BC, Canada
2010 NES Artist Residency - Skagastrond, Iceland
COLLECTIONS
Private Collection, Paris, France
Private Collection, LA, California, United States
Private Collection, Reykjavík, Iceland
Private Collection, Berlin, Germany
Private Collection, Skipton, United Kingdom
Private Collection, Saskatchewan, Canada
Private Collection, Montreal, Canada
New Brunswick Artbank, New Brunswick, Canada (2 pieces)
Moncton City Hall, New Brunswick, Canada
Private Collection, Toronto, Canada
NES Artist Residency, Skagaströnd, Iceland
Enterprise Greater Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
Private Collection, Moncton Casino, New Brunswick, Canada
PUBLICATIONS
2024 Tourniquet, first magazine cover story, page 35-38. Moncton, Canada
2023 Style at Home Magazine, page 73, Canada
2022 Visual Art News, page 11-13, Fall 22, by Kathleen Buckley, Canada
2022 Saltscapes Magazine, page 62 - 65, with Katharine Burns, Nova Scotia, Canada
2021 Created Here Magazine, Issue #17, New Brunswick, Canada
2019 Beaverbrook Gallery, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2019 Vie des Arts, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
2018 Canadian Art Magazine, Images Remanentes, December 19 online, Canada
2018 Created Here Magazine, Issue #7, New Brunswick, Canada
2016 Tokyo International Art Fair Catalogue, Tokyo, Japan
2015 Canadian Art Magazine, Winter 2015, Canada
2015 London International Art Fair Catalogue, London, England
2014 1 model, 100 artists, Leeds, UK
2014 MIXTE, Loire Valley, France
2014 Beaverbrook Gallery, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2012 Tincan Mansion Magazine, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
2011 Verkmenntaskólinn á Akureyri, Akureyri, Iceland
SELECTED PRESS
2014 Trail Times, British Columbia, Canada
2013 Red Cultura, San Jose, Costa Rica
2013 La Nacion Ancora Newspaper, San Jose, Costa Rica
2013 Costa Rica Gratis Art Magazine, San Jose, Costa Rica
2013 La Prensa Libre Newspaper, San Jose, Costa Rica
2012 Frontlines Newspaper, Vancouver, Canada
2010 Dagskráin tímarit, Akueryri, Iceland
2008 COAST Magazine, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
SELECTED ARTIST RESIDENCIES
2021 Pouch Cove Residency, James Baird Gallery, Pouch Cove, Newfoundland
2019 Galerie Sans Nom, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2017 MacNaughton High School, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2016 SOS, Tillet Gardens, Artist Residency, St. Thomas, Virgin Islands
2015 The Burren, Ballyvaughan, Ireland
2013 Struts Gallery, Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada
2012 The Julia and David White Artist Residency - Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica
2011 The Julia and David White Artist Residency - Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica
2010 NES Artist Residency - Skagaströnd, Iceland
SELECTED ARTIST TALKS
2025 Acre Architecture Firm, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
2024 Lloydminster Catholic School, Saskatchewan, Canada
2023 Epiphany Centre for the Arts, with Sheri Rush, Chicago, IL, USA
2022 PICTUS, Ax Gallery, Sussex, New Brunswick, Canada
2021 PICTUS, Marie Helene Gallery, Bouctouche, New Brunswick, Canada
2021 Artslink NB, Catapult, via Zoom, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
2020 Artsplace Gallery, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada
2020 Gallery on Queen, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2019 AGNS, Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
2019 Symposium BDC, Dalhousie, New Brunswick, Canada
2019 Lloydminster Catholic School, Saskatchewan, Canada
2019 PICTUS, Galerie Colline, Edmundston, New Brunswick, Canada
2018 Galerie Bernard-Jean, Caraquet, New Brunswick, Canada
2018 Apple Art Gallery, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2018 New Brunswick Museum, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
2017 MacNaughton High, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2017 Lloydminster Catholic School, Saskatchewan, Canada
2017 Inspire International Mural Festival, Moncton, Canada
2017 Gallery on Queen, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2017 NBCCD, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2015 New Brunswick Museum, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
2014 Beaverbrook Gallery, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
2014 VISAC Gallery, Trail, British Columbia, Canada
2012 Aberdeen Cultural Center, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2012 Capitol Gallery - Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2012 McKenzie College - Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
2011 NSCAD University - Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
2010 NES Artist Residency - Skagaströnd, Iceland
3. Past Work
5 Katharine Burns
5 Jared Betts
1-Katharine Burns
October 2024 grand opening Cunard Residences building
Halifax, NS, Southwest Properties
12 ft x 7 ft
oil on canvas
$20,000
2.Currents of Origin, 60x90, oil on canvas, 2025
$10,000
3. Commissions for a spa in California, USA
60x90, oil on canvas, 2025
Cost of Surf & Sand commission - $30,000
Details of project: 2024 Sand & Surf Luxury Resort, Lobby Installation, Laguna Beach, CA USA
"Meet you there, 30x80 oil on canvas
"Golden Spindrift", 30x80 oil on canvas
4.Held in Quiet, 48x48, oil on canvas, 2025
$11,500
5. Katharine Burns -
Oceanstone Resort & Nordic Spa with Fitness Centre
8650 Peggys Cove Rd, Indian Harbour, Nova Scotia
4ft x 6ft
oil on canvas
$17,000
6. Jared Betts - Festival Inspire Mural
30' H X 50' W
Spraypaint and acrylic on Concrete
Corner of Lutz St and Main St
Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
$15,000
7. Jared Betts - Worlds Largest Lobster Statue
10 meters x 5 meters
Shediac, New Brunswick, Canada
2021- 2022 - 2023
$38,000
8.Inspiration Cafe
Funded by United Way SENB
12' H x 50' W
22 Church St, Peace Center
Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
$10,000
I helped raise over $20,000 for United Way over three years through a Taco Festival
9.Ecole Antonine Maillet
Funded by the province of New Brunswick
20' H x 40'W
1630 Dieppe BLVD
Dieppe, New Brunswick, Canada
$25,000
10. Paint The Park Mural Festival
20' x 100' W
Mulgrave Park, Halifax, Nova Scotia
2020
$14,000
Pouch Cove newfoundland exhibition with Katharine Burns + Jared Betts
2021
4. Visual Representation – Include a color rendering of proposed mural
5. Budget
Prep - $1000
Paint - $5000
Artist fees $3000
scaffolding $500
Permits/insurance - $500
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Total - $10,000
full budget of $10,000 -
( lighting can be talked about and an addition later)
6. Schedule –
July 7-10 - prep stages / development
Jul14 - 30 painting the mural
completed by July 30
This will be painted + completed before end of July.
7. Property Owner Agreement Form – Complete and sign the property owner agreement form attached to this document.
8. Site Photos –
Include photos of proposed project site and physical surroundings.
9. Insurance – Provide proof of $2 million ($2,000,000) general liability insurance (options include but are not limited to www.palcanada.com).
* I have my murals covered through Broker Link insurance company in Moncton.
10. Please create, if possible, a single file including all attachments and images.
11. Reference Letter
Murals have always played an important part in communities through the visual storytelling of artists creating work which reveals history, culture and personality of place. A mural can define a community, enhance the places where people live and work, and inspire all who see and experience it.. This proposal by Jared and Katharine is an exciting idea. The potential this mural will have by bringing together two established talented local artists who exhibit on a National + International level - will create something that explodes with colour, storytelling and a representation of place; the ocean, in a way no other artists have done or could do. Halifax history is defined by the North Atlantic and I believe this proposed public artwork will become an iconic image for the city.
Jeffrey C. Domm
NSCAD University Professor
Muralist, illustrator