Name: Beyond the Wall: Curating Graffiti Jams in Public Spaces
Start: 2025-05-29T19:00:00-07:00
End: 2025-05-29T20:00:00-07:00
Location: 675 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC, Canada, British Columbia V8W 9W2

Beyond the Wall: Curating Graffiti Jams in Public Spaces

By Design: A Journey Through Arts and Culture Talk Series
Dive into the art and culture of graffiti jams—events where urban artists come together to create, collaborate, and celebrate urban expression. Jason and Laura-Beth share how they navigated the challenges of organizing within a subculture that thrives on spontaneity and resistance to structure. Using the Trackside Paint Jam as a compelling case study, this talk will explore graffiti as a vibrant and essential component of public art in Victoria; showcasing how it bridges divides and transforms urban landscapes. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a cultural curator, or simply curious about the world of street art, this session will inspire you to see graffiti in a whole new light.
The Details
- Coffee, tea and light snacks included.
- Buy a ticket for a single talk or save by purchasing the entire series!
- Limited pay-what-you-can (PWYC) tickets available for individual talks.
- Members receive 10% discount.
Tickets: $25
Meet the Speakers:
Jason Colville
Jason is a longtime graffiti and digital artist based on Vancouver Island. He is the cofounder and lead curator of the Trackside Paint Jam, an annual graffiti festival held in Esquimalt, BC. Jason’s artwork draws inspiration from typography, traditional graffiti, and comic art, blending these elements into a unique and dynamic style. Passionate about fostering creativity, Jason enjoys mentoring emerging artists and creating opportunities for the local artistic community.
Laura-Beth McDonald
Laura-Beth (she/her) is an artist, curator, facilitator and community organizer based in the Lekwungen Territory. She is the founder of the East West Mural Fest and the Esquimalt Community Arts Hub, and a former co-producer of the Trackside Paint Jam. Her work in Victoria has centred around creating accessible and low barrier art experiences that bring people together in creative ways. She currently oversees the Travelling Exhibitions program at the Royal BC Museum.