Exterior Murals
Emilie Darlington is a Canadian muralist, painter and illustrator specializing in artwork that expresses and inspires connections with nature. Known for using eye-catching palettes and imagery with an emphasis on domestic plants and animals, Emilie’s work is closely connected to nature and often favours themes of sustainability and environmental impact.
All mural designs are produced by Emilie in her Ottawa studio, where she works directly with clients to bring the concept to life before traveling to hand-paint the mural herself. Emilie's work is incredibly detailed, and she is known for creating artwork that is equally impactful when viewed from a distance or when close enough to touch.
The Garden Of Hope
A colourful collection of symbolic florals chosen by the staff & residents of The Inn From Out Of The Cold including Iris (Trust, Hope), Forget Me Nots (Hope), Tulip (Caring, Respect), Malva (Health, Love, Protection), Daffodil (New Beginnings), Monarda (Health, Prosperity), & Geranium (Determination).
Client & Location
Railway City Tourism - St. Thomas, ON
Surface
24ft w x 20ft h Brick & Cinder Block
Year
2022
Nature On The Path
Located in Ottawa's Intersectional Vanier Community, this mural focuses on the diverse and vibrant landscape found throughout the area and on the Rideau Bike Path. The bike path is a beautiful and peaceful way to travel throughout Vanier’s vast area, often filled with luscious plantlife, busy animals, and happy community members. Nature On The Path features a vibrant collection of botanical and animal life that are frequently found delighting adventurers and commuters, creating a sense of familiarity and excitement for local mural viewers.
Client & Location
ZAC Vanier BIA & Smart Living Properties - 196 Beechwood, Ottawa, ON
Surface
12ft w x 18ft h Wooden Panel
Year
2021
Community Blooms
A colourful collection of plants representing themes of kindness, strength, friendship, community and more. Highjinx is a Vintage and Antique shop that uses its profits to help the vulnerable in the Community without government funding. Stop by to explore the treasure trove of unique antiques, and to play I Spy with the symbolic Iris (Trust, Hope), Gladiolus (Integrity, Strength), Poppy (Peace), Tulip (Caring, Good Wishes, Respect), Basil (Success), Geranium (Determination), Coneflower/Purple Echinacea (Strength), Bluebell (Humility & Gratitude), and Orange Blossom (Good Fortune).
Client & Location
House Of PainT at HighJinx- 290 Kent Street Ottawa, ON
Surface
24ft w x 12ft h Brick
Year
2021
The Bee-autification Project
The Bee-autification Project was 1 of 9 Paint It Up Ottawa murals funded by Crime Stoppers Ottawa in 2021. Working alongside 6 fantastic youth, Emilie’s team transformed the Osgoode Township Museum’s bland brown wall into a vibrant mural inspired by local plant life that is exciting, joyful, and welcoming.
Client & Location
The Osgoode Township Museum - Vernon ON
Surface
27ft w x 11ft h Metal Siding
Year
2021
Vanier BIA Winter Boxes
Designed for a trio of unserviceable planters, this custom winter boxes brighten up a busy Ottawa intersection while simultaneously deterring littering in the previously empty planters. The Winter Boxes feature a mix of poinsettia flowers, pine sprigs, and snowflakes.
Client & Location
ZAC Vanier BIA - Beechwood Avenue / Vanier Parkway, Ottawa, ON
Surface
Custom Wooden Boxes
Year
2020
Bangin’ Balloons Tropical Mural
A custom mural for the funkiest house on the block! Commissioned by Ottawa business Bangin’ Balloons, this retro inspired tropical mural features large simple shapes and a nostalgic palm beach palette.
Client & Location
Bangin’ Balloons HQ - Ottawa, ON
Surface
5ft x 9ft House Siding
Year
2020
Big Blooms At The Old Stone Inn
Utilizing company brand colours, this exciting and welcoming floral mural brightens a formerly dull, dingy wall. Located a 5 minute walk from the roaring Falls, this towering 3 storey mural has become a staple of downtown Niagara.
Client & Location
Old Stone Inn Boutique Hotel, Niagara Falls ON
Surface
24ft w x 27ft h Stucco
Year
2020
Wildflower Garden
This simple joyful mural creates an inviting entrance to the Walker’s Creek Trail.
Client & Location
Walker’s Creek Trail (Linwell entrance), St. Catharines ON
Surface
24ft w x 12ft h Drywall
Year
2022
Vanier BIA Summer Boxes
Designed for a trio of unserviceable planters, this custom winter boxes brighten up a busy Ottawa intersection while simultaneously deterring littering in the previously empty planters. The Summer Boxes feature a mix of peonies, coneflowers, and poppies.
Client & Location
ZAC Vanier BIA - Beechwood Avenue / Vanier Parkway, Ottawa, ON
Surface
Custom Wooden Boxes
Year
2020
Apiverte Beehouse Mural
A wrap around mural featuring vibrant pollinator friendly flowers.
Client & Location
Les Fougeres, Wakefield QC
Surface
Wooden Bee House
Year
2020
Botanical Butterfly
Known for the town’s accessibility to nature and its close-knit rural community, Paisley’s botanical butterfly is entirely composed of local perennial plant life including Bloodroot Flower, Canada Anemone, Common Blue Violet, Harebell, Kentucky Coffee Tree, Lady Fern, Purple Coneflower, Wild Blue Indigo. The funky mural provides an interactive game of I Spy as well as opportunities for posing with the intricate wings.
Client & Location
Community Centre, Paisley ON
Surface
12ft w x 8ft h Drywall
Year
2020