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“A wading pool has got to be the last place I’d expect to find a Labyrinth!” – Annabelle Jessop – Christie Pits Park – Toronto

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Tuesday July 18, 2017

A wading pool has got to be the last place I'd expect to find a labyrinth! #labyrinth #torontolife #wadingpool #christiepits

A post shared by Annabelle (@abjessop) on Jul 18, 2017 at 5:41pm PDT

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“Just a couple of dudes trying to escape the Labyrinth at our park.” – Earlscourt Park Wading Pool – Toronto

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Monday July 10, 2017

Posted in Labyrinth Walks | Tagged Earlscourt Park, Toronto, Wading Pool | Comments closed

“The polar baby gets the splash pad all to himself.” – Wading Pool Labyrinth – Sir Casimir Gzowski Park Playground – Sunnyside Beach – Toronto

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Sunday July 9, 2017

The polar baby gets the splash pad all to himself.

A post shared by Chelsea Novak (@herhighnessness) on Jul 9, 2017 at 9:39am PDT

Posted in City of Labyrinths | Tagged Sir Casimir Gzowski Park, Sunnyside, Sunnyside Beach, Toronto, Wading Pool, Water | Comments closed

“Public Art – Colour Their World – Wading Pool Murals Aim To Inspire Wee Ones” – By Tatum Dooley – Spacing Magazine, Summer 2017, Page 17

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Thursday July 6, 2017

‘…The idea that murals add a colourful element that enhances parks was echoed by artist HiMY SYeD:

“Wading pools are only used for their intentional purpose a few hours out of the year.”‘

‘The Labyrinths that HiMY has painted on wading pools scattered throughout Toronto add an element of play for children whether there is water or not, increasing the hours they’re used. …’

– Tatum Dooley, Spacing Magazine Summer 2017, Page 17

Posted in Giant Outstallation Art | Tagged Labyrinths, Park, parkTO, Public Art, Spacing Magazine, Tatum Dooley, Toronto, Wading Pool | Comments closed

Splashing, Smiling – Wading Pool Labyrinth – Ed McCleverty Equal Access Playground – Toronto

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Tuesday July 4, 2017

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A post shared by Scooter (@scooterlion) on Jul 4, 2017 at 5:33pm PDT

Posted in City of Labyrinths | Tagged children, East Toronto, Ed McCleverty Equal Access Playground, Smile, Toronto, Wading Pool, Water | Comments closed

My Giant Canada150+ Chalk Labyrinth in shape of a Maple Leaf… – Jack Poole Plaza – Vancouver, Unceded Coast Salish Territory

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Saturday July 1, 2017

On this Canada Day 2017, I found my way to Jack Poole Plaza in Downtown Vancouver and the big empty space of interlocking bricks immediately north of the Olympic Cauldron which was lit up to mark Canada150.

I chalked out a Giant Maple Leaf which contained a Labyrinth.

It was enjoyed almost immediately by many.

It was also walked over, invisible to many.

This City, Vancouver, has added a “+” to their Canada150 observances of the year.

That “+” is to acknowledge Indigenous Peoples and their Unceded Coast Salish Territory upon which we as settlers/colonizers now occupy.

To many in Vancouver, Indigenous People and their Territory are now seen and acknowledged.

To many elsewhere in Canada, Indigenous People and their Territory remain invisible.

Posted in City of Labyrinths, Giant Outstallation Art | Tagged Canada Day, Canada150, Canada150plus, Chalk Labyrinth, Jack Poole Plaza, Maple Leaf, Public Space, Vancouver, Video | Comments closed

“Beautiful day to head to our beloved Earlscourt Park for Kitefest 2017” – Wading Pool Labyrinth – Toronto

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Sunday May 28, 2017

Beautiful day to head to our beloved #earlscourtpark for #kitefest2017. H had a blast learning to fly a kite with Dad. I think Dad may have loved it even more. Thank you to @friendsofearlscourtpark for organizing such a great event today! @slaitwafflehead #henrydanger #thisisfour #thatplaygroundlife #fatherandson #myboys #mybeard

A post shared by Keer yah (@keeryah) on May 28, 2017 at 11:07am PDT

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“Coasting on my bike” – Wading Pool Labyrinth – Ed McCleverty Equal Access Playground – Toronto

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Monday April 24, 2017

Wading Pools in Toronto’s Public Parks are much more than simply small scale swimming pools for little ones.

They can double as Labyrinths after I paint them.

When a little older, kids on skateboards may go round and round and round my wading pool Labyrinths.

One boarder told me how my Labyrinth lines help in his situational awareness when enjoying his ride.

Wading Pools are often used by parents to teach their children how to ride a bicycle.

Ergo, A Velodrome for Tricycles and Push Bikes!

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Coasting on my bike

A post shared by Scooter (@scooterlion) on Apr 24, 2017 at 7:56pm PDT

Posted in City of Labyrinths | Tagged Childhood, children, East Toronto, Ed McCleverty Equal Access Playground, Painted, push bike, Toronto, Wading Pool | Comments closed

“Rainy day brings good luck right?” — Leigh Mitchell, Christie Pits Park Labyrinth

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Wednesday April 19, 2017

Rainy day brings good luck right? Today's weekly #netwalking at @shecosystem was totally inspiring. Discussions centred on getting out of our comfort zones with the question of "what leap would you take if nothing was holding you back?" Let us know in the comments below. #participation150 #activeforlife #shecosisters #womeninbiz . . . . #bloorcourt #koreatowntoronto #christiepits #aflrolemodel #the6ix #coworkingtoronto

A post shared by Women in Biz Network (@thriveincanada) on Apr 19, 2017 at 10:05am PDT

Posted in Labyrinth Walks, Serendipity | Tagged Christie Pits, Christie Pits Park, High Park Labyrinth, Instagram, Leigh Mitchell, Rain, Wading Pool | Comments closed

“We found the Labyrinth at Christie Pits Park. We’ve walked it twice now and it really is meditative.” — Kristi Fuoco

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Tuesday April 11, 2017

We found the labyrinth at Christie Pits Park. We've walked it twice now and it really is meditative. #labyrinths #torontolife #toronto #christiepitspark #bloor #parks #meditation

A post shared by Kristi Fuoco (@kristifuoco) on Apr 11, 2017 at 8:47am PDT

Posted in City of Labyrinths, Labyrinth Walks | Tagged Christie Pits, Christie Pits Park, Kristi Fuoco, meditation, Walk | Comments closed

“Playing on the splash pool!” – Sohail Bastani

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Sunday March 19, 2017

This is the Wading Pool Labyrinth I painted, choosing blue for the circuits.

You can enjoy walking in Riverdale Park West, just steps away from the animals in front of the Riverdale Farm / Zoo.

Playing on the splash pool! #maze #Toronto #family #sunshine #happiness https://t.co/HO6avzQPui

— sohail bastani (@SohailBe) March 20, 2017

Posted in Serendipity | Tagged Cabbagetown, Play, Riverdale Farm, Riverdale Park West, Sohail Bastani, Splash Pad, Toronto, Wading Pool | Comments closed

“Labyrinth, Spring” — Mary Bennett, Unitarian Church, Vancouver

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Thursday March 16, 2017

#labyrinth #spring

A post shared by Mary Bennett (@marybennettvancouver) on Mar 16, 2017 at 8:10pm PDT

Posted in Serendipity | Tagged Mary Bennett, Spring, Unitarian Church, Vancouver | Comments closed

“Traversing the Eglinton Park Labyrinth makes me Theseus for a day, right?” — Bob Georgiou

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Sunday March 12, 2017

“Traversing the Eglinton Park labyrinth makes me Theseus for a day, right?”

— Bob Georgiou (@ScenesFromACity)

Posted in Labyrinth Walks | Tagged Bob Georgiou, Eglinton Park, Scenes From A City, Theseus, Wading Pool | Comments closed

‘In “The Honest Minotaur” we meet the lonely guardian of Honest Ed’s Labyrinth. Where will he go now?’ — Toronto Comics Anthology

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Friday March 3, 2017

The Toronto Comics Anthology this year includes the story “The Honest Minotaur” by Steven Andrews (@cardboardshark) and Ally Rom Colthoff (@varethane).

They are currently raising funds via Kickstarter, and it’s also where you can order your own copy.

Books will be available at TCAF – Toronto Comics Arts Festival – in May.

Posted in Minotaur | Tagged Cartoon, Honest Ed's, Minotaur, The Honest Minotaur, Toronto Comics Anthology | Comments closed

“I like nonsense, it wakes up the brain cells. Fantasy is a necessary ingredient in living.” — Dr. Seuss

By HiMY SYeD | Published: Friday March 3, 2017

Posted in Serendipity | Tagged Dr. Seuss, Escher, Fantasy, Marble, Mobius, Nonsense, Triangle | Comments closed

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Toronto & Vancouver City of Labyrinths is a Project to create public labyrinths within walking distance of every Torontonian & Vancouverite.

Labyrinths are placed in parks, public spaces, during neighbourhood street parties or major urban festivals like Pedestrian Sunday Kensington Market in Toronto or Car Free YVR in Vancouver.

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“A wading pool has got to be the last place I’d expect to find a Labyrinth!” – Annabelle Jessop – Christie Pits Park – Toronto

“Just a couple of dudes trying to escape the Labyrinth at our park.” – Earlscourt Park Wading Pool – Toronto

“The polar baby gets the splash pad all to himself.” – Wading Pool Labyrinth – Sir Casimir Gzowski Park Playground – Sunnyside Beach – Toronto

“Public Art – Colour Their World – Wading Pool Murals Aim To Inspire Wee Ones” – By Tatum Dooley – Spacing Magazine, Summer 2017, Page 17

Splashing, Smiling – Wading Pool Labyrinth – Ed McCleverty Equal Access Playground – Toronto

My Giant Canada150+ Chalk Labyrinth in shape of a Maple Leaf… – Jack Poole Plaza – Vancouver, Unceded Coast Salish Territory

“Beautiful day to head to our beloved Earlscourt Park for Kitefest 2017” – Wading Pool Labyrinth – Toronto

“Coasting on my bike” – Wading Pool Labyrinth – Ed McCleverty Equal Access Playground – Toronto

“Rainy day brings good luck right?” — Leigh Mitchell, Christie Pits Park Labyrinth

“We found the Labyrinth at Christie Pits Park. We’ve walked it twice now and it really is meditative.” — Kristi Fuoco

“Playing on the splash pool!” – Sohail Bastani

“Labyrinth, Spring” — Mary Bennett, Unitarian Church, Vancouver

“Traversing the Eglinton Park Labyrinth makes me Theseus for a day, right?” — Bob Georgiou

‘In “The Honest Minotaur” we meet the lonely guardian of Honest Ed’s Labyrinth. Where will he go now?’ — Toronto Comics Anthology

“I like nonsense, it wakes up the brain cells. Fantasy is a necessary ingredient in living.” — Dr. Seuss

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