The Subversiv Collective supported by Ipswich Central secured £100,000 in funding from the Arts Council England to deliver a programme of creative urban art projects with young people in Ipswich.

The ‘Wild Walls Festival’ delivered by The Subversiv Collective in partnership with other local arts organisations engaged with the 14–30 age range, they worked with established artists to produce new murals and public art interventions around Ipswich. There was also Virtual Reality (VR) street art workshops and a Mixed Reality exhibition for visitors to experience at the University of Suffolk, a print fair, cinema screenings, live art workshops and music events as part of the programme.

The Subversiv Collective lead delivery on large scale murals, VR Workshops and a Mixed Reality street art exhibition, as well as numerous other activities, added: “The Subversiv Collective are pleased to be a partner on such an ambitious project for Ipswich. Wild Walls brings creativity to Central Ipswich for all to enjoy, from passionate professional street artists and young creatives.”

Lee Walker, Ipswich Central’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “Creative visual projects like this enhance the vibrancy of a town, drive footfall and reduce tagging. It is an exciting project that we are pleased to support for the town as a celebration of art, culture and creativity and we cannot wait to see the impact it has on the town centre.”

Claudia West, East Area Interim Director, Arts Council England, adds: “We are delighted to support the Wild Walls Art Festival, which promises to involve young people in inspiring artistic experiences and benefit Ipswich’s cultural landscape. By engaging young people with established professional artists, we hope to nurture the next generation of creative talent.”