John D’oh has given me an unforgettable spring and summer with his extraordinary outdoor gallery on the concrete columns supporting the M32 above. Dozens of his stencils decorate the area with humorous and poignant material and then the council come along and buff them which allows him to refresh his gallery with new work. The circle of graffiti life.
This black and white piece with a clever touch of colour carries a powerful message and observation, with the words:
Poverty is not just the lack of money; for a child, it is a lack of security, opportunity and the simple freedom just to be a child.
A quote widely attributed to UNICEF, and perfectly illustrated with a child clutching a teddy bear. The piece is a moving one and right up there with some of John Dohs’ best commentary pieces.
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