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Artists transform Kettering town centre with street art
New artwork celebrating a town's community and history has been unveiled in a town centre.A combination of painted and digitally designed pieces were installed outside the Parish Church Rooms and Kino Lounge in Kettering town centre, art on display included a large illustrated landscape filled with well-known landmarks, historical figures, small businesses and nods to the artist Sally Leach said: "Art has the power to bring communities together, and this project is a celebration of everything that makes Kettering special."
The project forms part of the Hi Street campaign, led by North Northamptonshire Council in partnership with the Kettering Street Art Community Interest aimed to transform public spaces into a colourful and engaging area for residents and artist Katie Brosnan painted a statement piece on the electricity box that celebrated pride in the community, while artist Marvin Mudzongo illustrated and digitally designed a large-scale vista of Candler from North Northamptonshire Council said: "This street art project is an incredible example of how creativity and collaboration can enhance our town centres."He added that he looked forward to "hearing how it inspires pride in Kettering among residents and visitors alike".
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