#YYCBLOCKPARTY2023

Deerfoot City, Calgary

June 24 - Sept 10, 2023

Dust off your roller skates, Calgary – it’s time to let the good times roll at our fourth annual #YYCBlockParty! Soak up nostalgia on a 100 foot outdoor roller rink amongst a giant street mural, or duke it out in a game of bowling – this year’s newest addition to the lawn game lineup. In celebration of PARK’s 15th birthday, we recruited 15 local artists to bring our retro vision to life including Tierney Milne, Tyler Lemermeyer, Sumin Choi, and AU Arts students.

#YYCBlockParty is open all summer long at Deerfoot City - be sure to tag @ourparkonline and @destinationdeerfootcity on Instagram to share your experience!

THE ROLLER RINK

HOURS: Mon – Fri 11:30am to 6pm | Sat & Sun 11:30am to 5pm

Guests needing to rent skates are encouraged to book ahead at the link below as quantities are limited.
1. Anyone under the age of 18 MUST wear a helmet. We encourage guests to bring their own as Guest Services has a limited quantity.
2. Walk-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis.
3. Guests are welcome to skate with their own equipment free of charge. Donations for Kids Up Front are appreciated.
4. To ensure all skaters have the best time, rink capacity will be monitored and limited by Guest Services. Please be aware of guests waiting to skate.
5. DEBIT/CREDIT ONLY
6. Bookings are non-refundable*

Tierney Milne

Roller Rink

“Huetopia”

— Equal dose Barbie-Core + 80s Memphis Milano, this piece is designed to transport you to a super-saturated geometric playscape full of kaleidoscopic eye-candy. Pose with the pops of summer pinks + teals , or let the punchy patterns + colour-blocking lead you through the rest of the installation.

Sumin Choi

Roller Rink Sign

“Retro Reverie”

— Get ready to disco down memory lane with "Retro Reverie," an 8ft-tall signage installation that channels the vibrant spirit of 70s retro hotel and diner signs. Bursting with groovy pink and teal hues, this larger-than-life creation is the ultimate backdrop for friends, families, and anyone seeking an insta-worthy experience against pure funk and fun. So, dust off your platform shoes and get ready to strike a pose, snap some photos, and create memories. "Retro Reverie" invites you to join the party and groove to your own funky beat!

Tyler Lemermeyer

Bowling Alley

“Nostalgic Strikes

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— Nostalgic Strikes" is an immersive art piece that pays homage to the past while infusing a vibrant retro vibe into the present. Inspired by the aesthetic charm of bowling lanes from bygone eras and the ground mural which surrounds it, this artwork invites viewers to embark on a journey through time, indulging in a delightful blend of ombre colors.

Featured Artists

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Sumin Choi (she/her)

Driven by her unwavering passion for art, Sumin made the bold decision to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a full-time freelance artist. With a solid foundation in design and diverse mural projects, her vibrant and whimsical illustrations reflect her personality, aiming to inspire love and make a positive impact on the community. Her art carries messages of kindness, joy, and connection, forging a deep bond between the art and its viewers. With dedication and a belief in the power of art, Sumin envisions a future where her creations act as a catalyst for positive change, spreading joy and wonder far and wide. As she embarks on this exciting new chapter, her captivating illustrations promise to leave a lasting imprint on the communities she touches.

Tierney Milne

Tierney Milne is a Montreal-born, Vancouver-based artist and muralist who focuses on interrupting people’s day with positivity. With a background in Psychology and Illustration and Design, Tierney is armed with a keen interest in how simple shapes and colours affect our wellbeing. No matter the medium, she aims to inspire the inner child and combine intentional compositions, bold palettes and vibrant patterns to engage imagination and brighten viewers’ days.
Previous select clients include McDonald’s, lululemon, Today at Apple, Purolator, Foot Locker and a variety of mural festivals in Canada and USA.

Tyler Lemermeyer

Tyler Lemermeyer's work is bold and graphic, with vibrant and minimal colour palettes. He constantly explores the balance between realism and abstraction in his work, using playful and lighthearted themes to inspire delight in the viewer. Lemermeyer draws inspiration primarily from his surroundings, often depicting objects, portraits, and landscapes of the places he finds himself. He has been a practising illustrator and muralist in Calgary since 2012, and he is always looking for new opportunities to share his work with more people.

AU Artists

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Phoenix Ning

Phoenix Ning is an Alberta University of the Arts (AUArts) student in her second year of BDes studies and currently lives in Calgary. Her practice is in graphic design and illustration, and her style is cute, fun, and a little weird.

Naomi Hoffman

Naomi Hoffman is an illustrator and designer currently living in Calgary, Alberta. She primarily illustrates with digital software and enjoys incorporating a strong use of texture as well as colour throughout her work.

Emma Guido

Emma Guido is an illustrator and designer based in central Alberta. Her illustration work and paintings explore the world through a lens of curiosity.

Abigail O.

Abi is majoring in illustration and character design, and by the fall, they will be going into their third year at the Alberta University of the Arts. Abi’s style typically consists of busy compositions which are brought about through the use of limited colour palettes.

Jane Finley

Jane Finley is a visual and community-based artist, working primarily with large- scale abstract mixed-media paintings. Using a range of mediums and processes including acrylic painting, drawing, photo transfer, collage and work with found objects she creates non-traditional "landscapes".

Ryan Lee

Ceyda-Anne Altiok

My name is Ceyda-Anne Altiok and I am a Calgary based artist currently pursuing a undergrad degree in illustration at AUArt’s! My practice focuses primarily on storybook illustration however I also have a passion for label design, ceramics, mural painting, and editorial illustration work, making me multidisciplinary in my practice.

Brendan Hamilton

Brendan is a Calgary Metis artist whose cultural values of “Infinite freedom from arbitrary limitations” form the foundation for his work.
Finding his artistic passion at the age of 25, Brendan first created his unique ink & pen style before utilizing his fascination with design to branch into video, sculpture & mural production.

Featured Designers

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Alex S. Yu

ALEX S. YU creates collections of garments that explore the fine line between reality and fantasy. His aesthetics rollick the happy emotions of childhood, nostalgia and wanderlust; and ponder the very definition of femininity in a modern, quirky way through garments. The ALEX S. YU girl loves to have fun, and isn't afraid of trying new things. They love colour, prints, quirky shapes, textures, and most importantly, values comfort. They are eccentric, lively, nonchalant and views life through a pair of rose tinted glasses. ALEX S. YU creates a line of contemporary womenswear with a twist of avant garde experimental attitude. He plays with proportions, colour blocking and unusual silhouettes while mixing and using different colours and fabric weights in one garment.

Trippy Hippy

Trippy Hippy is a brand that aims to inspire, injecting vibrant hues and a touch of psychedelic craziness into the world. Drawing influences from the free-spirited vibes of the hippy culture, the rugged charm of the cowboy era, and a dash of captivating psychedelia, Trippy Hippy is a maximalist dream come true. We keep the planet in mind, producing our designs in small quantities within our cozy studio nestled in Calgary, Alberta. Our approach to creating is rooted in the principles of slow fashion, steering clear of the fast-paced, wasteful cycles that dominate the industry. We challenge the status quo by working with recycled materials, salvaging deadstock fabrics, and crafting our own prints. This may pose challenges, but it serves as an essential statement—a reminder of the profound impact the fashion industry has on our environment.

Combinist

Founded in January 2020, Combinist is the go-to Canadian brand for ultra-lightweight, bold, colourful statement accessories. The foundation of Combinist is play - play with light, play with colour, play with transparencies, and play with shapes. What distinguishes Combinist from other jewellery brands is the ability to mix, match and “combine” almost any components to create one-of-a-kind wearable art. To date, Combinist offers 150+ jewellery designs with endless opportunities for unique pieces.
Designer and Founder Kristen Scharf (she/her) is a multidisciplinary creative with a background in both fine arts and graphic design with a long affinity for statement jewellery. Kristen has been recognized as an Emerging Talent in Accessory Design by the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards and has been nominated as a finalist for her earrings for the Etsy Design Awards. She holds a BFA from the Alberta University of the Arts. She created the Combinist brand for those just like her - individuals who are not afraid of bold, graphic, colourful style.
Combinist is based and manufactured in Calgary, Alberta.