6070. Leicester

Annatomix, Leicester, May 2024
Annatomix, Leicester, May 2024

I saw an awful lot of street art and graffiti writing in Leicester on a work trip to the city last month, and I have had to be quite selective on what I have selected to post. This piece by Annatomix might not be one of the best pieces I photographed, but I have a soft spot for her work, and the subject matter, a fox, is representative of the city of Leicester.

Annatomix, Leicester, May 2024
Annatomix, Leicester, May 2024

Annatomix is know for her representations of wildlife that resemble a folded paper model, recreated in her artwork. It is a style that she has perfected and made her own. There is a crispness and accuracy to her work that is admirable, and her ability to create a completely believable image of something that we can imagine, but that doesn’t exist is remarkable. A lovely piece and fond memory of my trip.

5202. Lighthouse Community Garden, London (2)

Airborne Mark, Lighthouse Community Gardens, London, April 2023
Airborne Mark, Lighthouse Community Gardens, London, April 2023

I will be posting pieces from this remarkable spot, which I found quite by accident when visiting London for a work workshop, over the coming weeks. Some of the artists were familiar to me, and some not. This stunning piece falls into the latter category.

Airborne Mark, Lighthouse Community Gardens, London, April 2023
Airborne Mark, Lighthouse Community Gardens, London, April 2023

The origami swan held together by paper clips is by Airborne Mark, and is a really beautifully painted piece. The artist had created a fabulous sense of depth with fabulous use of shadows, light and shading. Adding in the paper clips elevates the piece from being great to fantastic… imagine it without them. I have never come across Airborne Mark before, but I really think we ought to get him over to Bristol at some point, maybe for Upfest?