There are many who believe that there is ‘no time like the present’ but very few who use the idea for a wall painting. Debra Hall and the community Arts Group at Saint Martins have done just that.
Saint Martins is central to Birmingham’s the famous Bullring. No surprise that a bull features strongly, other landmarks will be quickly recognized and the theme exhibits the energy and live that floods through this inner city area.
The group of artists came together especially for this project. Feedback Debra received has only been from those directly involved with the project and from members of the public who stopped to observe the mural's painting on April 9th. However the artists gave really positive remarks in regards to the success of the project overall, and each have expressed a wish to work on something again in the future.
Spectators were quietly captivated watching the process.
No Time Like The Present from Charles Mapleston on Vimeo.
Colour and culture, faith and beliefs are constantly examined in Saint Martins rapidly developing community. Which colour and why? You will have to ask Debra and the other artists who painted intensively for the day.
Shortly to be relocated to the Church of St Martins you will able to inspect it for yourself if you get to Birmingham.
Debra Hall lead artist and Fiona Spence a mural artist were supported by Faye Binnell a student of Visual Arts and Artists Natalie Rix, Jane English and Roman Hvizdak. You can email Debra at mail2debra@btinternet.co
Wall Art is giving many people the opportunity to express ideas and emotions that are tied up with their lives. A release or a celebration it matters not, it’s down to the message that it carries.
Koloron are happy to provide materials to artists and schools for similar projects. email mailbox@koloron.com with your ideas
Saint Martin's Arts: Develop creative and performance work, utilising St Martin's Church in the Bull Ring, Birmingham as a significant venue. The aim is to provide opportunities for art audiences, individuals and other suitable collaborators to create or share creative experiences that link the arts with spirituality. Contact Collin Wallace Project Officer Collin@bullring.org
Debra Hall, Lead Artist work centres on community arts and community education.
Take a look at Debra’s site www.getsmartthroughart.co.uk
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