Seekers Create has a history of engaging in diverse and impactful community projects, fostering inclusivity, and promoting open conversations on important topics. When we work on murals they come with community engagement and a legacy of reusing the creation for future workshops and engagement. They become an evolving and living part of the community.
Here are a few of our projects:
'Love & Hope' Community Mural for Suicide Awareness
A community mural for the Let's Get Talking About Suicide event in Victoria Park, Portsmouth. - The mural aimed to raise awareness about suicide and encourage open conversations about mental health. - An interactive mural, with poetry, doodles, community create element and family selfie section.
Banya Rainbow Phoenix
In collaboration with Banya fostering families, this vibrant mural features a majestic rainbow phoenix. Families from the community participated in an interactive workshop to add their unique, bespoke feathers to the phoenix, making it a collective masterpiece that symbolizes unity and diversity.
Guildhall Doodle Towers
This fully interactive art installation, measuring 6 meters by 6 meters, was a highlight at Comicon Portsmouth 2024. With over 6,000 visitors contributing to the creation, Guildhall Doodle Towers stands as a testament to the power of communal creativity and engagement.
Paulsgrove Library Mural - Up the Grove
Spanning 18 months, this mural project involved a series of art workshops with the Paulsgrove community. The resulting mural, aptly named "Up the Grove," reflects the collective effort and artistic expression of the participants, beautifully capturing the essence of the Paulsgrove community.
Adventure Playground Murals: Angel of the Grove and Grove Dragon
Two stunning murals, Angel of the Grove and Grove Dragon, were co-produced with the local community at the adventure playground. These artworks are the culmination of collaborative efforts, symbolizing the spirit and imagination of the participants who brought these mythical creatures to life.
Rowner Trust Community Sunflowers
As part of a Rowner Trust community engagement event, this inclusive mural was created along the curated Rowner Trail. The vibrant sunflowers mural reflects the collaborative spirit of the community, celebrating their unity and creativity.
Community Mural at Hilsea Lido
Seekers Create designed a community mural at Hilsea Lido in Portsmouth in collaboration with Portsmouth City Council. - The mural, part of the Hilsea Lines project, includes a rainbow and doodle. - This mural complements the existing art along Hilsea Lines.
Celebrating the Queen's Jubilee Mural at Portsmouth Guildhall
Seekers Create collaborated with children from the Harbour School. - The project celebrated the Queen's Jubilee and involved creating a mural in the basement of the Portsmouth Guildhall. - It featured a celebration event to showcase the children's contributions.
Walking Past
Engaging six local groups through community workshops, the "Walking Past" mural is prominently displayed on the side of Gosport's bus station. This mural illustrates the heritage of five local heritage walks and is supported by fully accessible digital and physical materials, enriching the community's connection to its history.
Victorious Festival Art Engagement
Seekers Create engaged with thousands of people of all ages during the Victorious Festival. - They facilitated art creation and had conversations with local collaborators, sowing creative seeds. - The event aimed to inspire creativity and foster connections within the community.
Clipper Round the World Yacht Race 17m Sail Mural
Seekers Create contributed to the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race by creating a 17-meter sail mural. - This mural played a crucial role in launching and engaging young people and families with the Clipper race, combining art and maritime exploration. These projects reflect Seekers Create's commitment to using art as a tool for community engagement, addressing societal challenges, and promoting inclusivity. Through their work, they encourage open dialogues and creative expression while making a positive impact on the communities they serve.