Town of Bracebridge unveils new downtown mural, We All Come From Water

BRACEBRIDGE, ON (September 12, 2025) – Today, Mayor Maloney, members of Council and the community officially unveiled the Town’s newest public art piece, We All Come From Water, by Canadian artist Jacquie Comrie. Created in partnership with the Downtown Bracebridge Business Improvement Area (BIA), the vibrant mural is located at 19 Taylor Road and stands as a vibrant and welcoming landmark in the heart of downtown.

Comrie’s large-scale mural uses bold colours, flowing movement, and local imagery to reflect Bracebridge’s strong connection to nature and water. Inspired by the waterfalls, rivers, and lakes that define Muskoka, the mural incorporates abstract patterns drawn from local fish species such as rainbow trout, northern pike, and lake trout. Shades of blue, green, and vibrant accents come together to evoke healing, balance, and renewal; themes central to Comrie’s work with colour therapy.

Selected by the Town’s Public Art Advisory Committee following an extensive call for artists earlier this year, this new addition is a vibrant addition to the Town’s collection. Public art plays a vital role in enhancing the Town’s tourism sector by strengthening community lifestyle qualities, and the arts and culture sector. The addition of more public art in the community aligns with Council’s priority of improving community wellness and cultural vitality, and the Downtown Master Plan.

Thank you to Lakeland Power for their assistance and support preparing the site.

About the artist
Jacquie Comrie is a multidisciplinary artist whose vibrant works appear across Canada and internationally. Her practice integrates colour psychology and principles of wellness to produce vibrant, large-scale public artworks designed to support emotional and mental well-being.

Comrie worked closely with two production assistants with ties to Bracebridge, Brynn Kirbyson and Jamie Sword, offering a mentorship opportunity in large-scale mural creation.

Expanding public art in Downtown Bracebridge
The wall at 19 Taylor Road was selected for this piece following a call for partners in Downtown Bracebridge to help expand and enhance access to public art. North Echo Inc responded to the call, providing their building and playing an important role in preparing the site for installation.

The Town is committed to supporting the placement of art throughout Bracebridge to enhance public and private spaces, make art more accessible, and to develop a sense of place, community pride and identity. If you are a building owner and are interested in public art, please contact ecdev@bracebridge.ca.

To learn more about public art in Bracebridge, visit bracebridge.ca/publicart.

Quotes

“This new mural is a striking addition to our downtown and a reflection of the natural beauty that defines Bracebridge. It’s more than art, it’s a celebration of our identity, and contributes to the wellbeing and vibrancy of our community. I encourage everyone to visit and experience it in person.”
- Rick Maloney, Mayor, Town of Bracebridge

“We All Come From Water is about honouring water as a source of life and wellness. I hope this piece invites people to pause, breathe, and feel connected to both the landscape and each other. It was my pleasure to create this piece for Bracebridge and work with two talented artists to bring it to life.”
- Jacquie Comrie, Artist

“North Echo is proud to host this new mural on our building at 19 Taylor Road. It has been a pleasure collaborating with the Town and the BIA on this project, and we are grateful to be part of bringing more colour and creativity to our community.”
- Kip Phillips, North Echo Inc.