Pentrebach Mural

Description

This artwork was placed in an area that suffered from neglect in a previously dilapidated subway. Workshops were held with local groups including holding a nature walk, art and photography sessions and youth workshops. Over 50 people were actively engaged in the project and the artwork generated from these sessions was collated to create the final design. The design was hand painted onto the boards and again, numerous people were actively involved in the painting process. The main aim of this level of engagement was in passing on new skills to participants and in engendering a sense of ownership. In addition to the imagery indicated above, the mural also hides a secret that is only revealed at night. The artwork was also painted with specialist coloured UV paints and was installed opposite a UV lighting panel. At night the UV lighting reveals a scene that is invisible by day and includes bats, moths and the figure of a night time cyclist. The artwork has been framed and coated with an anti-graffiti glaze for protection and measures 24'x 4'.

• https://www.cp-creative.co/pentrebach-mural (link opens in new window)