A new urban art programme called Wild Walls is set to transform Ipswich this summer and autumn, offering young people aged 14-30 the chance to create murals and virtual reality graffiti art alongside established street artists.
Why it matters: This initiative offers a unique opportunity for local youth to work alongside established street artists, transforming Ipswich's urban landscape while developing their artistic skills.
The big picture: Art Eat Events and The Subversiv Collective are bringing creativity to central Ipswich through "Wild Walls," a programme funded by Arts Council England, Ipswich Borough Council and Ipswich Central.
It aims to invigorate the town's cultural scene through a series of workshops and a culminating festival.
Key details:
Participants will create murals and virtual reality graffiti art
Workshops led by renowned artists, including ATMA, Woskerski, Nathan Murdoch, and Catalina Carvajal
VR graffiti art to be exhibited at the University of Suffolk
The programme concludes with a festival open to all ages
What they're saying:
Iona Hodgson, Art Eat Events Co-Director: "This is a great opportunity for the young people of Ipswich to get involved in lots of exciting activities over the summer and autumn."
Ian Dance of The Subversiv Collective, says the project will be "empowering for the young people, rewarding for the artists, and great for civic pride."
Claudia West, Arts Council England praised the festival for "involving young people in inspiring artistic experiences and benefiting Ipswich's cultural landscape."
What's next:
Exact dates for workshops and the festival are to be announced soon
Young people can sign up at wildwallsfestival.com
Follow @wildwallsfest on X for updates
The bottom line: Wild Walls offers a chance for Ipswich's youth to make their mark on the town, learn from professionals, and contribute to a cultural event that promises to engage the entire community.
