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City Blooms: Artist's Colorful Bollard Legacy Lives On
3 Jan
Summary
- Bollards on Whitehouse Lane now feature vibrant colors.
- Project fulfills dying designer Marcus Willcocks' final wish.
- Art resonates emotionally with local community members.
A lasting tribute to the vision of urban designer Marcus Willcocks now brightens Whitehouse Lane in Bristol. Before his passing from leukemia in June, Willcocks expressed a hope for newly installed black bollards to be painted in a variety of colors.
This vision was recently realized through a collaboration with local artist The Hass, who designed the artwork. The project, overseen by Upfest co-founder Stephen Hayles, has been met with significant emotional resonance from the local community, with residents finding moments of joy and connection.
Willcocks, a respected Research Fellow and Senior Urban Designer, reached out to Hayles shortly before his death, wanting to leave a legacy for his community. The project, funded by MyMural and Central Saint Martins, UAL, successfully saw 122 bollards painted, creating a powerful visual impact that honors Willcocks's dedication to enhancing everyday urban experiences.
