City of Edmonton Pool Safety Sign

I’ve been doing a series of posters for all City of Edmonton swimming pools. This one addresses the issue of people holding their breaths for a longer period of time than is safe. It’s something than many people have done but did you know that lifeguards have to attend to people who get into real danger because of it?

The City of Edmonton is a leader in safety prevention and getting important messages like this one out to their clientele. Taking action instead of reacting. Bravo!

City of Edmonton Pool Safety Sign

Caricatures by Edmonton Artist Laurel Hawkswell

Host Program Instructor Sandwich Boards

I really enjoy the opportunity to create art for The City of Edmonton. I think that bright colours, fun images and a nice layout get people's attention. These little cartoons fit city pools well! And here's a little tidbit, do you notice that each person's speech bubble is the same colour as their bathing suit, or in the case of the little boy on the right: the same colour as his ball. Just a little detail that goes through my head when working on it! Does it make a difference? Make it better? I can't say for sure but at least I try!

Graphic Art and signs for the City of Edmonton pools

Edmonton Graphic Artist Laurel Hawkswell

Signs for Fred Broadstock Pool

I always enjoy adding a little pizzaz to a sign. Here is a seal I designed especially for Fred Broadstock Outdoor Pool here in Edmonton. I did him outlined, not in black but a dark grey so that the words stood out more than he did. It turned out to have a cool aqua kind of colour tone to it. I did the layout and design on this sandwich board and got them produced for the pool.

Fred Broadstock Outdoor Pool sign

sign for Fred Broadstock Outdoor Pool

Caricatures by Laurel at Oliver Outdoor pool

We’re celebrating the longest day of the year by soaking up the sun and splashing around Oliver Outdoor Pool. The annual Summer Solstice party is guaranteed to heat up your weekend.

Oliver Outdoor Pool Summer Solstice

Date: Saturday, June 18, 2011 Time: 12-4pm Location: Oliver Outdoor Pool, 10315-119 Street Admission: Regular admission applies. Space in activities is limited. City of Edmonton Membership Plan and Leisure Access Program passes are accepted.

Grab your swimsuit, your family and friends and jump in. You will enjoy:

Drop-in public swim and pool party
Jumpy Bouncy Inflatable
Caricatures by Laurel
Summer Solstice craft Fun with chalk and bubbles
Hula dancing by the Pacific Island Dance Troupe Society
Pool games
Free Chapman ice cream (while supplies last)
Draw for adult, family and youth/senior one month zone passes

Operating hours are subject to change and pools may close due to inclement weather. For daily outdoor pool updates or for more information, visit www.edmonton.ca/outdoorpools.