A new piece of public art has been unveiled at the Flowerfield Arts Centre in Portstewart.
‘Park Life’, which is located on the side wall of Flowerfield House was created by local artist Fiona Shannon who worked alongside residents, community groups and park users.
Drawing inspiration from the surrounding parkland and what it means to park users, they produced a socially engaged artwork.
The Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Councillor Sean Bateson said he wanted to commend the community and pupils from Dominican College for their involvement in this project, and Fiona Shannon for her expert guidance and assistance.
“Park Life really tells a story about Portstewart and it is a great addition to the town’s Arts Centre,” he added.
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Arts Marketing and Engagement Officer, Lesley Cherry, added: “We are delighted with the finished Park Life piece, which is a fitting new focal point for the centre. I would encourage everyone to come and visit us, and view it for themselves.”
Each participant created a small ceramic tile depicting their own interpretation of why they love the Portstewart area. Some used imprints of flowers and twigs, others used text, making statements about family and love, but overall the pieces had one common thread – positivity. They were then glazed by pupils from Dominican College and were brought together to form a symbolic tree shape representing strength, roots, history, shelter and stability.
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