![SFU mural installed at the Burnaby campus.](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5833f8eb46c3c41d7d96854c/1592859387285-39WJV3KZ8MDDWDZQ0E0A/IMG_7479-v2.jpg)
Simon Fraser University Art Installation
Commissioned by Simon Fraser University (SFU), these murals detail the rich community, connection, and education offered throughout all three SFU locations–Burnaby, Downtown Vancouver, and Surrey. Scale, colours, and forms are used to inject positivity and colour into the space while maintaining SFU brand elements.
This is currently an on-going project.
Please revisit this project page often as we continue to update new work here.
For full team credits, scroll to the bottom of project page.
![SFU mural installed at the Burnaby campus.](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5833f8eb46c3c41d7d96854c/1592859387285-39WJV3KZ8MDDWDZQ0E0A/IMG_7479-v2.jpg)
SFU mural installed at the Burnaby campus.
Photo taken by Paul Bennett.
![Beedie's Intersecting worlds.](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5833f8eb46c3c41d7d96854c/1592864141097-4G59UDCDXCUZTYXFGEK3/SFU-FINAL-BUILD-V12A.jpg)
Beedie's Intersecting worlds.
SFU Beedie School of Business mural.
![Beedie School of Business mural at SFU Burnaby campus](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5833f8eb46c3c41d7d96854c/1592859646187-JBHDZSM799BPHKVBUDEJ/IMG_7456-v2.jpg)
Beedie School of Business mural at SFU Burnaby campus
Mural shot by Michael Millard.
![The full panoramic illustration.](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5833f8eb46c3c41d7d96854c/1594341158878-FUKHN0DEAQN50S8V62VV/image-asset.jpeg)
The full panoramic illustration.
![](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5833f8eb46c3c41d7d96854c/1592860636404-ITB59Q6F0MQAPUOV9VSQ/image-asset.jpeg)
The uncut creative process video
The uncut time-lapse video of the creative process behind both mural concepts.
![Initial rough concept sketch for client approvals.](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5833f8eb46c3c41d7d96854c/1592865465392-4EJ1NCMPLUPC1H89C8M9/Sfu_R2_Concept_7_Notes+2.jpg)
Initial rough concept sketch for client approvals.
The initial rough concept drawing incorporated both murals and later in the process we decided to split this illustration into two pieces and expanded upon each world.
We like to call this phase the ‘blueprint’ stage as this becomes the base structure prior to the final build of the mural. Each step of our process is carefully thought out to avoid any errors but more importantly, help manage the client’s expectations every step of the way. Learn more about our creative process here.
![First initial rough concept sketch](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5833f8eb46c3c41d7d96854c/1592867344238-XP9NI3V46WX2YA5K0CCH/SFU_R2%2B2.jpg)
First initial rough concept sketch
This was one of the first initial rough concept sketches presented to the SFU brand team. However we eventually abandoned this direction as we quickly realized how busy it became when we started introducing a colour palette that exceeded more than 3-4 colours.
![The approved blue print inked](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5833f8eb46c3c41d7d96854c/1592869018610-5GMYH7S2BSSLHQ0JWJW0/SFU-BUILD-V1.jpg)
The approved blue print inked
The second phase of the creative process is the hi-res inked rough that allows us to lock down the structure prior to colouring and shading.
![The lego blocks](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5833f8eb46c3c41d7d96854c/1592868997691-GYFX30WCYK04R4VHC3XR/SFU-FINAL-MAINWALL-V3-APART.jpg)
The lego blocks
The final assembly looks something like this. Every piece in the final illustration is built as a separate layer allowing us to have maximum flexibility to adapt for changes. We call this the ‘Lego’ blocks. These lego blocks can be easily adapted for animation, remixed for other applications and etc.
Towards the end of the project we would end up with a treasure trove of custom visual assets for the client, all locked up in our vault and ready for other uses if required.
FULL SFU TEAM CREDITS
Sponsor
Kristin Linklater, Executive Director, Communications & Marketing, SFU
Faculty sponsors
Marissa Funaro, Executive Director, Undergraduate Programs, SFU Beedie School of Business and Peter Tingling, Associate Dean,
Facilities Sponsors
Larry Waddell, Chief Facilities Officer, SFU and Ian Abercrombie, Director, Campus Planning & Development,
SFU Project lead: Ailsa Brown, Project Director, Brand Expression, SFU
Brand consult: Adriana Linoh, Sr. Director, Marketing & Brand Management,
SFU Faculty brand consult: Tracy MacRae, Director, Marketing & Communications, SFU Beedie School of Business
Faculty design consult: Linda Mitsui, Sr. Visual Communications Designer, SFU Beedie School of Business
CREATIVE + PRODUCTION TEAM
Project managed by Aiken Lao.
SFU Project lead by Ailsa Brown
Illustration and Design: Carson Ting
Colour design consultant: Annie Chen, Lemonni Design
Printed and installed by Prism Tech Graphics.