DRAINS FOR STORMWATER FLOW DIRECTLY INTO BODIES OF WATER WITHOUT TREATMENT

By Cat Hexes (Sudbury, Ontario)

Intersection of Young & Larch
August 2026, Up Here 12

Artist Statement

A large-scale version of the yellow fish markings often seen around storm drains. These serve as a reminder that all the run off from roads, roofs, and lawns eventually makes it way to rivers and lakes within the city. Things like garbage, soaps, pesticides, and oils have detrimental effects on local fish habitats. Our collective awareness and action can help reduce the environmental impact. The colours of the fish are those used in road markings as if the fish is part of the road ecosystem. It indicates the inseparable link between our municipal infrastructure and environmental systems.

Photo: Jonathan Danyliw

Cat Hexes

Cat Hexes makes quiet, magical things that ask you to feel before you understand. Inspired by nature and driven by the urge to create, she’s an artist of many mediums. Her subconscious communicates through minimal visuals: colour, dreams, a space where emotion speaks louder than logic.

Cat Hexes fait des petits trucs tranquilles et magiques qui nécessitent de les ressentir pour les comprendre. Inspirée par son désir de créer, elle affectionne plusieurs médiums. Elle communique la subconscience par une esthétique minimaliste : des couleurs, des rêves, et un espace où l’émotion l’emporte sur la logique.