The Green Veins of the City: Ravines
Toronto’s ravines — deep, tree-lined corridors like the Don Valley, Etobicoke Creek, and High Park’s gully — are more than scenic escape routes. They’ve shaped Indigenous pathways, early settlement patterns, and even the lay of neighborhoods across the city. Artists and photographers have long been drawn to their rugged beauty, whether to capture a misty dawn over a creek or the vivid fall foliage reflected in a winding stream. Though our collection doesn’t yet feature ravine artwork, these landscapes remain a powerful further muse — and one we hope to explore in future art.
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Racoons: Urban Icons and Moments of Whimsy
Toronto’s racoons—those masked, agile, and curious nocturnal residents—are so integral to city life that they’ve become almost symbolic. Often turning up in our backyards, climbing laneway fences, or poking through trash bins, they capture our imagination and affection. In art, racoons can be playful companions or a nod to Toronto’s wild soul hidden beneath the urban bustle. And yes — we have art that celebrates exactly that quirky charm.
Featured Art from Totally Toronto Art
While we don’t yet offer ravine-themed prints, we do have delightful art featuring ravine-adjacent subjects and racoons, perfect for nature lovers or anyone charmed by urban wildlife:
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Graffiti Alley, Toronto Postcard with Racoon – This 5″ × 7″ postcard by Rob Croxford captures the racoon peeking through the city's colorful laneway art—whimsical and undeniably Toronto.
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2026 Toronto Streetcars & Racoons Calendar – A brand-new calendar combining iconic streetcars and mischievous racoons—perfect for daily inspiration or gifting.
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Streetcars of Toronto Notebook – A stylish notebook by Rob Croxford that pairs the vintage charm of Toronto’s streetcars with racoon motifs—a winning combo for fans of urban nostalgia.
Why Maybe You’ll Love These Pieces
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Quirky Realism: Racoons are ubiquitous in Toronto; art featuring them brings a playful, authentic slice of city life into your home.
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Functional Art: Our calendar helps you plan in style; the postcard and notebook are practical keepsakes with personality.
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Gift-Ready & Art-Forward: These items make charming gifts—a little piece of Toronto delivered with flair.
Explore Our Broader Collection
Beyond racoon-themed goods, Totally Toronto Art offers a rich array of items featuring iconic cityscapes and neighborhoods — from Flatiron and St. Lawrence Market to Roncesvalles Avenue — crafted by artists like Rob Croxford and David Crighton. Choose from posters, framed wall art, tote bags, stationery, mugs, throw pillows, and more for a touch of city pride in every format.
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Totally Toronto Art - Ravines & Racoons
Whether you’re drawn to green ravine panoramas or curious racoon doodles, our store celebrates the soul of Toronto in all its forms. While ravine art may yet be a hidden gem waiting to be discovered, our racoon-themed postcard, calendar, and notebook are already delightful conversation starters. Stay tuned as we continue blending nature, history— and a dash of urban whimsy — into every design.
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