Graffiti artists have transformed parts of a Wolverhampton street into an 'open air gallery' with vibrant new artwork. Paul Pilgrim, a 56-year-old artist from Wolverhampton, collaborated with Birmingham-based artists to add splashes of color to a wall and the side of a building on Chapel Ash, opposite The Claredon Hotel.
Artwork Details
The murals include a depiction of Wolverhampton's skyline and a striking portrait of a dog bursting through paint. Paul confirmed that the artists obtained permission from the land owners before starting the work. He said, 'There are plans for more artwork to appear on the site, which has been left neglected for quite a few years now.'
Pilgrimz Projectz Mission
Paul explained the goal of Pilgrimz Projectz: 'We aim to utilize rundown spaces like these and try to add a bit of color with something more pleasing on the eye, which many by-passers commented on.' The project seeks to revitalize neglected areas through street art.
Wolverhampton's Graffiti Heritage
Wolverhampton has strong links to the graffiti scene, particularly the Heath Town area, about two miles east of Chapel Ash. There, DJ and actor Goldie created artwork that can still be seen in the basement of one of the residential blocks. Some of his original pieces have been painted over, but in the service basement of the 10-storey Hawthorn House, where Goldie is believed to have lived, some of his paintings from 1986 remain.
