Founded by Artsite, Swindon Paint Fest has a range of inclusive activities planned including large scale murals, live painting, exhibitions, family-friendly workshops, music and more!
Over 50 talented artists from Swindon and around the world are bringing their creativity and energy to the town on Saturday, 31st August and Sunday, 1st September 2024.
This year, the festival continues to build on Swindon’s existing mural art trail. It aims to continue to brighten up the town and create a sense of pride in local communities. Another goal for the festival is to include as many free and inclusive events as possible, inviting individuals from all ages to express their creativity through a range of hands-on workshops.
The inclusive line-up of events includes live painting all weekend in various locations, a Clothing & Tie Dye workshop, a Body Painting demo and a Spray Can Art workshop, all held on Saturday, 31st August at Artsite on Theatre Square. On Sunday, 1st September, you can expect a fun-filled family day at Rudi’s Bar.
Visitors can also enjoy two exciting exhibitions by Bristol-based artist, Andi Burns Colwill, called “Sketches & Stuff”, held at Artsite from Friday 30th August to Sunday 8th September. Over the festival weekend, a Street Art Exhibition titled “BRICKS, DOTS + BLOCKS 2” will be held at Oink Gallery, Old Town and an exhibition by Wiltshire-based artist, Charlotte Abraham, will be held at Gustoso Bistro and Bar, Old Town.
This year’s Swindon Paint Fest is proudly supported by the Arts Council and local businesses and organisations. The organisers extend their thanks to the event sponsors; Rudi’s Bar, Tom Faulkner, GEL Studios, Pentel, Brewers Decorators Center, SAS Elite Scaffolding, Painting by Numbers, Zurich, U Be You Paint, Kobra, Gustoso, Swindon Borough Council and Central Swindon North Parish Council.
The organisers of Swindon Paint Fest, said:
“It’s been really important to us to continue to build on Swindon’s rich mural heritage. The amazingly talented local and international artists, travelling as far from Australia to be part of this year’s event, will be creating unique artwork that taps into everyone’s imagination”.
Charlotte Abraham, local artist, said:
“The 2023 Swindon Paint Fest was my first taste of murals and live painting. It was such a fantastic experience, and so much so that I’m coming back for more!”
Featured artists:
Dayna Baxter and Paul Exton
Sophi Odling
Remy Uno
Jack Lack
Ricky Also
Mr Cenz
Leonidas Giannakopoulos
Emic
Liam Bononi
Find the official programme here and keep an eye out on their social media @swindonpaintfest.
