So much has happened in the year since! I know many people have enjoyed having their picture taken in front of them, and that afterall, was the whole point, but here is a few words about what they mean to me:
A year ago today I got out of bed and decided to change my life by changing the things I had control of. I used to be a geologist in the oil industry. During the downturn, I had 2 years of being rejected for the few jobs that were out there. Never received any feedback (despite requests) and often companies didn't even show the courtesy of responding at all. Then I started to be told by the recruitment agencies that I had been out of the industry too long and no one would be interested. This was very frustrating. I tried applying to other industries in Liverpool, but despite my experience and education, I found I wasn't getting any interviews. I believe (though I could be wrong) this may have been because people considered my previous work as too specialised. I realised that I could no longer rely on others to help me find work so I took things into my own hands. Many people tell me that the "wings" mural gave them a feeling of hope and positivity. They certainly have turned my life around.
Here's to everyone who has become one of Liverpool's Liverbirds! 🍻 You probably don't realise how much you all helped change my life! Mucho love! 😀💚
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I painted this in April in Cellar 24, a new bar on Wood Street, Liverpool. This mural is a larger than life painting of one of Liverpool's famous Liver birds. Painted over a plain dark grey wall (with slight distortions caused by the doors). Wings outstretched, the Liver bird looks out over the Mersey from its perch on the Liver Building. Completed in April 2018.
The Florrie community centre in Dingle have won the Danny Boyle film mural - Congratulations. I am extremely sorry to all that were unsuccessful. We had 87 applications (we were expecting around 5!), so a random draw was the fairest way to decide. Massive thanks to all of you for your interest, and I am sure The Florrie will give it a good home!
Huge thanks to Three Act Pictures for the kind donation of the work!
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