Born in Lancashire in northern England and now living in London, Grimshaw has become a highly regarded street artist. During a traumatic and violent childhood his artwork was a vital escape. His personal history of distress and frustration is apparent in many of his pieces, which often feature blood, battles, humans in war paint and animals that like to eat humans.
The piece featured here was created as part of Manchester’s Cities of Hope Festival in 2016, and hope is evident in this face and the tender grip of the flower.
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Copyright Debbie Smyth, 18 September 2017
Posted as part of Monday Mural
Reblogged this on msamba.
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Grimshaw’s art is very recognisable…I saw one in London about 5-6 years ago, then earlier this year I saw another, and knew it was Grimshaw before I saw his name. The eyes are always riveting
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What a talent!
janet
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Yes, there is hope in the child’s eyes. Very needed, Debbie, in Manchaster and everywhere else.
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It’s a beautiful work. 🙂 🙂
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…’Out of Africa.’
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Fantastic mural, love the colours!
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