Entries by Andy O

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Llanhilleth Community Mural

A few months ago I was approached by Helen Cunningham, the local labour councillor for Llanhilleth. She was looking to develop a community arts project to brighten up Llanhilleth. I was very taken with Helen’s vision and enthusiasm for the project and her understanding of the importance of art to the community. I was happy […]

Cynefin mural

“Cynefin” is a Welsh term defined by Curriculum for Wales as ‘the place where we feel we belong, where the people and landscape around us are familiar, and the sights and sounds are reassuringly recognisable.’ You can read more about it here I was asked by Greening Maindee to decorate a grubby transformer box outside […]

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Windrush Mural

I was approached by Carl Danny Connikie earlier in July 2022, after finishing the Pill Carnival mural on Temple Street. He was interested in having a memorial for Fred Isaacs, who had not long passed away. Fred came over on the Windrush in 1948 and made his home in Pill. I’m told that he was […]

Charles Williams Mural

I was asked by the PTA of Charles Williams School to create a mural reflecting some of the species found in the school site. It was a lovely place to paint, and the staff, kids and parents made me feel really welcome. I love painting giant snails and wildflowers. I also got the chance to […]

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The colours of Pill Carnival – vibrant streetart tribute

This mural was commissioned by Heddlu Gwent Police to commentate the career of Val Bryan, after 30 years of service.We went through many designs before I was able to steer it towards this idea.The image depicts the 2022 Carnival Queen (Lexi) and scenes from Pill Carnival, including a giant flag costume.The scene on the left […]