Location: Eastern Avenue east of Lewis St.
Date photo taken: 7 December 2014
The Love Invasion is definitely spreading in Toronto. In 2013, NeaTO presented Lovebot, an art project by Matthew del Degan that sought to bring love and smiles to Toronto through the placement of small concrete figures. Now the invasion continues.
Various sized poster and sticker versions of Lovebot have appeared all over the city. This one cheers you as go under the rail overpass on Eastern Avenue, east of the Don River. Del Degan has said that he hopes that people see his creation as a hero of sorts, one whose mission "is to lovingly disrupt the robotic routines of humans and remind them that there is love in their cities and kindness around every corner". It seems that this hero has been successful in attracting others to his cause. The current set of stickers is sold out, but have no fear, a new set are in development.
Thanks for this great post! I have seen the Lovebot around town and wondered what it was all about! Perfect post as we approach Valentines Day!
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