Local Clothing Line Launched In Honour of Late Artist George Elliott

PTBO Northern Originals/Flavour has launched a clothing line with the catchphrase “I’d rather be in Peterborough” in collaboration with the children of late artist George Elliott.

Paul (left) and aaron Elliott (right) and sister Andrea was tasked to sell all of George’s art (and still has some art left) through social media after his passing in 2020. Photo courtesy of Aaron Elliott.

The brand sells stickers, hoodies, t-shirts and sweatshirts that contain the signature catchphrase and art of the Peterborough Lift Lock or Market Hall Clock Tower.

“The decision for The George Elliott Collection to collaborate with PTBO Northern Originals was an easy one to make,” said Aaron Elliott, George’s son. “We’ve known Mike and Shelby since they opened Flavour at its original location and later they lived next door to our parents which helped foster a friendship that has lasted for over two decades.“

Photo courtesy of Aaron Elliott.

The phrase came from the mid-70s when the Peterborough Chamber of Commerce made an open call for local artists and marketers to create a new brand statement for the city. 

George’s phrase after being accepted became the moment that launched his art career. Since his passing at the age of 81 in 2020, all of his art were sold by his children on social media through ‘The George Elliott Collection.’

The clothing is available online for purchase or in-store at Flavour located at 383 George St. N.

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