Nature mural brings splash of colour to riverside
BANESYoung artists have created a colourful mural to celebrate the unique wildlife found along a river.
The mural, next to the River Avon in Bath, is part of a series of improvements to the Bath River Line - a 10km stretch of river between Newbridge and Bathhampton.
It covers the wall of an Army Reserve centre and was a collaboration between Bath and North East Somerset Council and Little Lost Robot, an independent non-profit collective of artists.
Councillor Paul May, cabinet member for child protective services, said the mural "demonstrates the creative skill there is in our community and helps to brighten up a stretch of the path".
Four young artists developed the artwork during workshops held for those 'not in education, employment or training (NEET)' and it aims to connect the community and visitors to the natural environment.
Ruby Sant, director of Little Lost Robot, said: "It's a great opportunity for emerging artists to get paid employment, delivering artwork for the public [and] starting off careers in the arts."
Mr May added: "I would encourage residents and visitors to explore the Bath River Line and take a look at this wonderful artwork which celebrates the natural environment of our river banks."
'Enjoyed by everyone'
Construction recently started on Phase One of the Bath River Line project, between Windsor Bridge and Green Park, with improved access, new seating and ecological planting.
Sarah Warren, cabinet member for Sustainable Bath and North East Somerset, said: "The Bath River Line s the council's vision of being Nature Positive by 2030 by creating and enhancing the natural habitats along the river to improve biodiversity and climate change resilience and provide social spaces that can be enjoyed by everyone."
Work will continue on the River Line into August, with further phases to be delivered beyond that.
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