Trans-Canada Tunnel Pieces

I was recently invited by HeWhoCannotBeNamed (S.O. of TheGiftedTypist ) to see some beautiful graffiti in a tunnel under the Trans-Canada Highway near New Glasgow. On a dead end road, the tunnel is little used, and therefore allows undisturbed time to put up large pieces.

Pieces - Large and labor-intensive graffiti painting. often incorporate 3-D effects, arrows, and many colors and color-transitions, as well as various other effects. Originally shorthand for masterpiece, considered the full and most beautiful work of graffiti. A piece requires more time to paint than a throw-up. Piece can also be used as a verb that means: "to write".

As PAX says in one piece – “To whom it may concern: I come here for my daughters, parents, friends. I write for my Cru: ZORA, PUZO, PEZ, WELLU and all the others. I write for those of you that like to come here. This is where we come to evolve. This place is for the people. This is where we come to be free. The one and only PAX of AOD” (Army of Darkness)

The area is dynamic, with go-overs happening regularly. Sadly, much of the work has been slashed recently, although the beauty of most of the work still shines through. I will try return to the area in warmer weather next year, and see what has evolved. For now though, you can enjoy the spectacular art above, without having to brave the cold, windy tunnel.