New murals help to brighten up Yorkshire Street
Students from Brian Clarke Church of England Academy have created murals on Yorkshire Street as part of the Oldham Mural Project, enhancing the area's regeneration. The project, supported by High Street Accelerator Funding and GRIT Studios, involved collaboration with professional artist Oskar, providing students with hands-on experience in public art.
Brian Clarke Church of England Academy students have transformed Yorkshire Street into an outdoor gallery through the Oldham Mural Project, a community initiative breathing new life into the town centre.
The series of small murals, funded by the government’s High Street Accelerator pilot programme and supported by GRIT Studios, represents the latest effort to revitalise Oldham’s commercial heart. Local artist Oskar worked alongside a select group of students, spending an intensive day converting their designs into striking public artworks that now line the street.
Councillor Peter Dean, Cabinet Member for Thriving Communities and Culture, praised the young artists’ contribution: “It’s fantastic to see our high street brightened up with these excellent murals. A huge thanks to the students from Brian Clarke Academy for using their artistic skills to contribute to our efforts to revitalise our town centre. They’re a proud example of the excellent young people we have in our town who I know are going to go on and do great things.”
James Cox, Head of Art at Brian Clarke Academy, who spearheaded the project, emphasised its lasting impact: “The murals give students a real sense of pride - a visible, lasting contribution to their community that showcases their talent and hard work. The project also strengthens their connection to Oldham, helping them take pride in their hometown. This sense of ownership encourages students to see Oldham as more than just a place they live; it’s a community they’ve helped shape and celebrate.”
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