Elgin’s Cooper Park cricket pavilion is given new life by ideas from Moray youngsters
A prominent building in Moray’s biggest park has been given a new lease of life thanks to the bright ideas of youngsters.
The cricket pavilion in Cooper Park - often the victim of graffiti - has been painted by artist Duncan Wilson, using designs that were brought forward by young people.
Stacey Toner, from Moray Arts Development Engagement (MADE), one of the lead groups on the project, is delighted with the mural.
She said: “MADE was delighted to support this project as we feel there is an important conversation to be had in Moray around public art.
“There is an assumption that 'community facing work' means 'amateur' or 'less than'.
“This mural is a fantastic example of ideas from local young people being nurtured and encouraged, through the experience of a professional artist, to produce high-quality and engaging work for the community to enjoy.”
Heidi Tweedie, from Moray Well-being Hub, another of the organisation’s involved with the project, added: “The fantastic work created by the young people involved in this project has not only boosted their mental health through collaboration, but it will continue to bring colour and inspiration to others day after day, strengthening the Cooper Park community.
“Evidence tells us that connection, hope, identity, meaning, and empowerment is needed for mental health, and this is exactly the kind of project we need more of in Moray.
“If people want to get involved in future projects, we would love to hear from them.”
The project was funded by Awards For All. Moray Council Community Sports Hub Development Team also helped bring the work to life.
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