More murals in Brighton

Artist Jim Hobby is currently working with the New Brighton Bowling Club and RSA to decorate the east wall of the bowling green with classic "memorabilia" . They will be celebrating their centenary later this year.

Oi You Street Art - Rise

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Christchurch is very lucky to have many talented street artists around town at the moment, helping to colour up our tumbled down city. Thanks guys :) 

A new bubble wall emerges.....

Under the directorship of Richard "Popx Art" Baker, a new bubble wall is emerging on the exposed Funky Pumpkin wall in New Brighton. Popx is working alongside youth to create meaningful bubbles, plus anyone else is invited to add their own bubble. Brighton is becoming an artistic wonderland :)

And the wall came tumbling down........

Three years on from the quakes, and buildings in  Brighton continue to be demolished due to structural damage, taking with them some wonderful artwork. The demolition of one wall however, often exposes yet another wall waiting for an enthusiastic new artist to come along and weave their magic :)

Transitional Installations

Mural Madness was always about beautifying naked spaces in Brighton, and being temporary by nature. Earthquake recovery. As buildings came down, exposed walls were beautified with amazing artworks by talented artists. A second phase has now begun. More buildings are being demolished, taking their artworks with them. Sad, but exciting, as it means progress for Brighton. The good news is that new murals continue to appear, and artists continue to offer their talents. The evolution of Mural Madness continues!

Artistic styles abound

Artist Profile: Richard 'Popx' Baker

Richard 'Popx' Baker is a local Christchurch artists who has contributed to many of the murals in and around Brighton, and Christchurch, and continues to do so. He is often found  adding finishing touches to walls that have been collaborated on by many artists.  Framing large murals in the form of the word LOVE is a favourite. Popx loves to chat with the local passersby, and is a fantastic role-model for youth. Thanks Popx for all your continued support!

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