Capturing the ghost murals of Sudbury

Braeden Martel, Non-Perishable, 2023. Photograph. Collection of the artist.

We teamed up with photographer Braeden Martel and curated a photography installation centred around those historic, faded ghost murals scattered throughout Sudbury.

Drawing from his background in architecture and his passion for photography, Braeden Martel masterfully captures the intricate interplay between urban architecture and the echoes of history.

Join us for the opening reception next Thursday, August 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Art Gallery of Sudbury! Admission by donation.

Braeden Martel, Onward, 2023. Photograph. Collection of the artist.

Ghost Murals

In this nostalgic photography installation, Braeden investigates ghost murals scattered throughout Sudbury. These historic, faded pieces that so often hide in plain sight testify to the passage of time, preserving the essence of bygone eras.

Drawing from his background in architecture and his passion for photography, Braeden masterfully captures the intricate interplay between urban architecture and the echoes of history. Each carefully composed photograph serves as a window to the past, and a reflection of the present. You’ll immerse yourself in the nostalgia of Sudbury's rich heritage.

Braeden Martel, ROY ROY ROY, 2023. Photograph. Collection of the artist.

The project, presented in collaboration with the Art Gallery of Sudbury, unearths the treasured artifacts of a city's visual memory—the Grand Theatre, the retro Roy’s Furniture stripes, Desrosiers Dry Goods, and others that have withstood the test of time. Through Braeden’s work, these ghost murals come alive once more, resonating with the pulse of contemporary urban life.

Braeden Martel

Photographer from the bushes of Chapleau seeks out the smoking city of Sudbury. Over the last three years, Braedan has captured architecture and urban life through photography. His work documents the history of architecture in Sudbury and its relationship on the natural and cultural landscape. When not snapping photos, Braeden trades his camera for a cup of coffee and sketchbook.

Exhibition

Full exhibition dates are August 8th – August 27th. 

Open hours:  Tuesday – Saturday 10AM – 5PM, and Sundays 12PM-5PM