This mural by Monk.E sits at 2171 rue Saint-Germain, in the Mercier–Hochelaga-Maisonneuve borough of Montreal, Canada. It was created in 2017 and is one of the works in the city's public art programme, specifically its second stream, known as the Programme d'art mural (volet 2).
About the work
The painting was made by the artist Monk.E and organized by Y'a QuelQu'un l'aut'bord du mur (YQQ), the collective behind the project. It is a street-art piece, meaning it was painted directly on a wall in an everyday urban setting rather than in a gallery, so the visit is part of walking through the neighbourhood itself.
What a visit offers
- A look at contemporary street art in a working residential and commercial district of east-central Montreal.
- A short stop that combines well with a walk along rue Saint-Germain and the surrounding streets.
- An easy introduction to the city's mural programme, which places large-scale works across many neighbourhoods.
Because the mural is outdoors, it can be seen at any time, and there is no admission to pay. Visitors interested in more background can consult the City of Montreal's public mural page for this work, which is listed under the artwork's municipal record.
If you are already exploring Mercier–Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, this stop is a natural one to add. If street art is your main reason for coming to Montreal, it makes a focused and rewarding visit in its own right.