Notable Projects
A selection of notable commissioned projects showcasing mural restoration, large-scale illustration, mayoral gift pieces, children’s book illustration, and custom-built professional workshops. These projects reflect a commitment to client satisfaction through professionalism, attention to detail, efficient project management, clear communication, and a high level of creativity.
2025/26 | Town of Essex
Mural Restoration: Our Rural Roots
This project was part of the Town of Essex’s ongoing initiative to preserve and revitalize aging public murals within the community. Originally created by artist John Hood in 1997, Our Rural Roots had significantly faded over time and was beginning to deteriorate, with sections lifting and breaking down from the wall. In response, the Town of Essex has adopted this restoration approach as a long-term solution. It allows murals to be preserved, reproduced, and reinstalled or relocated if needed, rather than being permanently lost to age and decay.
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The mural features nine individual illustrations celebrating the region’s agricultural heritage. Each panel was carefully photographed and meticulously redrawn from scratch, using historical reference images to ensure accuracy. While staying true to the original compositions and intent, the illustrations were thoughtfully updated with enhanced detail and vibrancy to elevate and renew the overall impact of the mural.
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Commissioned through Artners, the creative partnership between Christy Litster and Darryl Litster, the project combined artistic restoration with modern fabrication techniques. Christy led the illustration and project coordination, while Darryl oversaw production, materials, and installation.
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Spanning 48 feet wide by 12 feed high, the restored mural was printed on vinyl, mounted to aluminum composite panels, and installed in a layered format to enhance depth and longevity. The surrounding wall was also refreshed with a warmer, updated tone to better complement both the artwork and the adjacent business, resulting in a cohesive and revitalized streetscape.
Children's Book Illustration: "Scars of War"
2025 | City of Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens
Scars of War is a children’s book written by City of Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens, developed as a legacy project rooted in remembrance and community storytelling. Originally written as a long-form poem for a Remembrance Day ceremony, the piece was later adapted into book form to reach a wider audience and preserve its message for future generations.
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Commissioned to illustrate the book in its entirety, Christy Litster created a cohesive series of artwork that brings the narrative to life with sensitivity and depth. The story follows a young man’s life before, during, and after his military service. It also captures his experience with PTSD following the war and recognizes the role of a community coming together to honour his service.
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The illustrations were approached with care to balance accessibility for younger readers with the emotional weight of the subject matter.
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The book was produced as a charitable initiative, with all proceeds directed to the Windsor Veterans Memorial Services Committee. Available through select bookstores across Windsor-Essex and online via Amazon, Scars of War stands as both an educational resource and a meaningful tribute to those who have served.
2024 | Town of Essex
Mural Restoration: Liberation
This project was part of the Town of Essex’s ongoing initiative to preserve and revitalize aging public murals within the community. The Liberation mural, originally created by artists Layne Van Loo, Elaine Guitar, and Johanna Johnson, had reached an advanced stage of deterioration, with large portions of the paint surface wearing away and, in some areas, wiping off the wall entirely. Due to the extent of the damage, significant sections of the imagery were missing. As with other restorations in this initiative, this approach allows the Town to preserve these important works long-term—ensuring they can be reproduced, reinstalled, or relocated if needed, rather than being permanently lost to time and decay.
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The mural required extensive research and reconstruction. Using archival photographs and historical reference imagery, each section was carefully redrawn to rebuild what had been lost and restore the mural as closely as possible to its original appearance. While remaining true to the original composition and intent, the artwork was thoughtfully refined with subtle enhancements to detail—particularly within the figures—and increased vibrancy to renew the overall presence of the piece.
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Commissioned through Artners, the creative partnership between Christy Litster and Darryl Litster, the project combined detailed illustration with modern fabrication methods. Christy led the illustration and project coordination, while Darryl managed production, materials, and installation.
Measuring 8 feet in height and 40 feet in width, the restored mural was printed on vinyl, mounted to aluminum composite panels, and installed in a layered format to ensure durability and longevity. Installed at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 201 in Essex, Ontario, the completed work now stands as a revitalized and enduring tribute within the community.
Giant Postcard sculpture at Colchester Harbour and Beach
2023 | Town of Essex
This project was commissioned by the Town of Essex as part of an initiative to enhance public spaces and create engaging, photo-friendly destinations along the Colchester Harbour and Beach. Designed as a large-scale postcard installation, the piece invites visitors to step into the frame and capture the scenic waterfront views of Lake Erie, creating an interactive and memorable experience.
Developed in collaboration with artist David Creed, the project combined illustration, design, and fabrication. The overall concept and visual direction were created together, with Christy Litster producing the full vector illustration and designing the back of the postcard, which features curated facts about Essex, Ontario.
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David Creed led the fabrication and installation of the final structure, ensuring durability and a clean, professional finish suited to the outdoor environment.
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The completed installation was officially unveiled by Town of Essex Mayor Sherry Bondy and now serves as a vibrant landmark within the Colchester Harbour and Beach area, encouraging tourism, community engagement, and shared experiences.
2024 | Town of Essex
Mural Restoration:
Sports in Essex
This project marked the first mural restoration undertaken for the Town of Essex as part of what would become an ongoing effort to preserve aging public artworks within the community. Originally created by artist Dan Lessard around the year 2000, the Sports in Essex mural had become severely damaged over time, with significant fading and loss of imagery across the surface.
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Completed in collaboration with artist David Creed, this restoration required an extensive level of reconstruction. The mural consisted of 74 individual illustrations, many of which were partially deteriorated or completely missing. Teaming up once again, Christy Litster restored approximately two-thirds of the original drawings and fully redrew any elements that had been lost, carefully referencing available imagery to maintain consistency with the original style and intent. David Creed also contributed to the restoration of the illustrations, while leading the fabrication and production of the final mural.
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This project was not completed under Artners, but represents a continuation of an established collaborative working relationship between Litster and Creed.
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Measuring 8 feet in height and 40 feet in width, the restored mural was reproduced and installed to ensure longevity and continued visibility within the community. As the first in this series of restorations, Sports in Essex set the foundation for future mural preservation efforts led by the Town of Essex.
Goose Wings Mural
2023 | Town of Kingsville
The Goose Wings mural was created as part of the Kingsville Art Walk, a large-scale public art initiative designed to bring vibrant artwork into the downtown core. The project was made possible through a partnership between FedDev Ontario, Southwest Ontario Tourism, True Kingsville, the Town of Kingsville, and the Arts Society of Kingsville, with twelve muralists selected to contribute to the program.
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Located on the Pinnacle Plus Realty Limited building at 10 Main Street West, the mural features a set of 8-foot-high wings positioned directly off the sidewalk, inviting visitors to step into the artwork and capture a photo. Designed as an interactive installation, the piece encourages public engagement while complementing the energy of the downtown streetscape.
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The Kingsville Art Walk was developed as a self-guided mural tour, with a printed booklet available through the Arts Society of Kingsville featuring information on each artwork and artist. As part of this curated experience, the Goose Wings mural contributes to a broader narrative of creativity, tourism, and community connection throughout Kingsville.
Additional Projects
Betty Albert Mural
2022 | The Family Respite Services Windsor
This mural was a recreation of an original painting by Cree Indigenous artist Betty Albert, created with permission from the artist. The work was carefully translated into a large-scale format while remaining true to the spirit and integrity of the original piece.
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Painted within the new Solcz Family Foundation Respite Home for Family Respite Services, the mural brings warmth, colour, and a sense of calm to the space, contributing to a supportive and welcoming environment for the families it serves.
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Pop Culture Murals
2022 | Level Up Arcade
Commissioned by artist David Creed, this project involved creating vector illustrations inspired by popular pop culture characters from the 1980s and 90s. The work supported the transformation of the former Retro Fun Gaming bowling alley and arcade, which was rebranded to Level Up Arcade.
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Working alongside Creed, Christy Litster contributed a series of illustrations that, together with additional artwork by Creed, were installed across the front and side of the building. The result is a bold, nostalgic exterior that reflects the playful energy of the arcade.
Lasalle: Then & Now Mural
2018 | Town of Lasalle
This large-scale mural was created for the Town of LaSalle and is located at the Riverdance Community Centre. Developed in collaboration with artist David Creed, the project focuses on capturing LaSalle’s identity through a layered, narrative-driven composition.
The mural highlights significant people, places, and moments in LaSalle’s history, weaving together past and present into a cohesive visual narrative. It was officially unveiled by Town of LaSalle Mayor Ken Antaya, with The Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, in attendance.
Factory House Murals
2017 | Factory House Restaurant
Commissioned for Factory House Restaurant, this project included the creation of 10 murals alongside a series of custom-cut and hand-painted wooden cogwheel sculptures. The murals feature a collection of blueprints, logos, and dining-related schematics, contributing to a cohesive industrial-inspired aesthetic.
Together, the painted and sculptural elements were designed to integrate seamlessly within the space, enhancing the restaurant’s atmosphere with layered visual interest and a strong, thematic identity.
Windsor Snapshots Mural
2017 | City of Windsor
The Windsor Snapshots mural was created to commemorate the City of Windsor’s 125th anniversary, presenting a visual timeline of the region’s history. Installed in the parking lot of Art Windsor-Essex, it functions as both a public artwork and an educational feature.
The mural combines printed panels with clear acrylic discs featuring hand-painted portraits, highlighting key moments in Windsor’s history.
The mural was officially unveiled by City of Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens and stands as a tribute to the city’s legacy and community pride.
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2025 | Olde Riverside BIA | Holiday Window Murals
Artners project coordinating artists to create window murals across 18 local businesses; contributed three murals.
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2025 | Town of Kingsville | Halloween Chalk Mural
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2025 | Olde Riverside BIA | Slices of Olde Riverside
Artners project; live painting event with coordinated chalk mural artists and a matboard mosaics workshop.
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2024 | Olde Riverside BIA | Holiday Window Murals
Artners project coordinating artists to create window murals across 16 local businesses; contributed five murals.
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2024 | Humane Society of Windsor | Holiday Window Murals
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2024 | Town of Kingsville | Halloween Chalk Mural
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2024 | Town of Kingsville | Glow Night Block Party Chalk Mural
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2023 | Armando’s Pizza (Amherstburg) | Pizza Wings Window Mural
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2020 | Armando’s Pizza (Amherstburg) | Window Mural
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2018–2023 | City of Windsor Mayor’s Office | Mayoral Gift Flag Paintings
Painted five works featuring the City of Windsor flag alongside sister city flags, presented as official gifts to mayors in Mannheim (Germany), Lublin (Poland), Saltillo (Mexico), Gunsan (South Korea), and Fujisawa (Japan).
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2017 | Town of Essex | Scuba Diving Mural
Mural depicting scuba divers with information about shipwrecks located in Lake Erie, installed at Colchester Harbour and Beach.
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2017 | Art Attack Windsor | Moto Makeover Movement Space Truck Installation
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2017 | Loblaws Canada | Live Painting
Part of a nationwide picnic bench project where artists from different communities collaborated on live painting; completed at the Town of LaSalle Strawberry Festival in the Loblaws Canada booth area.