Renowned Street artist Christian Fenn sets up crowdfunder to bring inspirational murals and workshops to Fleetwood.

Lancashire Post

World renowned street artist and founder of the Butterfly Effected CIC Christian Fenn has set up a crowdfunder alongside co-director Hayley Garner in the hope of bringing inspirational murals and workshops to Fleetwood.

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00:00 The Butterfly Affected, founded by Christian Fenn and Hayley Garner, uses art, storytelling

00:07 and therapy to inspire and support people when they need it most, with a particular

00:11 focus on issues like addiction and mental health.

00:15 Christian and Hayley have travelled the world and painted murals at festivals and art events,

00:20 and now they're bringing their expertise and vision to Fleetwood through projects like

00:23 the Big Heart Project.

00:25 The Big Heart Project has community at its core and it aims to bring positive change

00:30 to Fleetwood.

00:31 Ten world-class artists will be commissioned to create ten stunning murals throughout the

00:35 town.

00:36 The murals will not only look beautiful, they'll also spark conversations about critical social

00:41 issues like addiction, homelessness, LGBTQ+ rights and mental health.

00:47 The Big Heart Project wants to break down stigmas, raise awareness and encourage unity

00:51 in the community.

00:52 They'll bring the community together through art workshops and engagement events, where

00:57 the residents get a chance to learn mural painting techniques and even contribute to

01:01 the final mural designs.

01:03 Each artist will also collaborate with local service providers and their murals will be

01:07 connected and influenced by the amazing work these organisations provide for the community,

01:13 using art to shine a light on what help is available in the area and guide those in need

01:17 to the right organisations.

01:18 The Big Heart Project is more than just art.

01:23 It's about building connections, sharing experiences and creating positive change.

01:29 Through crowdfunding and community engagement, the project aims to make Fleetwood a more

01:34 vibrant and inclusive place to live, work and visit.

01:38 Your donations will cover the cost of making the Big Heart Project a reality.

01:42 Everything from commissioning the artists to running and facilitating the community

01:46 workshops and all the logistics involved.

01:49 We'll also create a dedicated website to keep everyone updated on the project's progress,

01:55 mural locations and any upcoming events.

01:58 Every penny donated through local crowdfunding will be invested in making Fleetwood a more

02:02 vibrant, inspiring and inclusive place through art and community engagement.

02:07 It's about painting a bright future and your support makes that possible.

02:11 [Music]

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