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MISSION
This was the skyline of Stokes Croft at the turn of the century.
It was advertising in a gentler world. Local and appropriate. |
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This is an original piece of signwriting to be found above Fred Bakers Cycles.
Beautiful, historic and appropriate. |
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The beautiful lady is a piece of work by Brad who studies Fine Art at Bristol Uni.
Post-Modern and appropriate. |
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Stencilling detail: Bristol has a wealth of artists.
The well-executed decoration of public space is to be encouraged,
and will engender pride and identity in our area. Appropriate. |
Stokes Croft is not like other places. It is special, a hotbed of the creativity that abounds in Bristol. The relative "poverty" of Stokes Croft has meant that its character has remained unique, and has not been swallowed up by the forces of mass media and consumerism.
We have a unique opportunity to carve out something far greater than an improved shopping environment, (though that will probably improve as a result of our actions).
The mission is to take control of the visual amenity of Stokes Croft, borrowing ideas from the past, welding them into the present, working within the framework of the historic fabric of the area to create the World's Biggest Outdoor Art Gallery, an area that stimulates by the beauty and intelligence of our visual artistry. Stokes Croft as a work of art. A showcase for the world to enjoy and admire. A place so special that nobody will dare to drag it into the madness that is the rest of society. Its unique character is the strength of Stokes Croft.
This will not take much money.
Remember: PAINT IS CHEAP...
It will take audacity, determination and willpower.
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