A Montreal native, Whatisadam (WIA) is one of the cityâs best known urban artists. Infused with Canadian imagery, Whatisadamâs style is reminiscent of vintage comics and pop art. While North American wildlife and landscapes are common themes in his work, he often reimagines them to feature elements of urban culture, as seen in his cans of maple âsizzurpâ, tattooed ducks, prostitute deer, and hockey hoodlums. In addition to his wheatpastes and stencils found throughout the city, Whatisadam has a diverse studio practice, including silkscreen prints, large-scale murals, installation work, as well as a proclivity towards using found objects as his canvas. In addition to Montreal, Whatisadamâs work has been found in the streets of New York, Paris, Toronto, Miami, and Mexico City.
