Over the past few months a number of community groups have been working together to tackle the problem of overflowing bins particularly on the seafront. Working with East Lothian Council, they propose to purchase and install 6 new compacting bins. They are normal size but with ten times the capacity and are seagull proof! Most of the funding for the purchase has already been raised.
To raise awareness and involve the wider community, organisers are hoping that each bin will feature paintings by local artists of a seabird and the artwork will also be included in a leaflet showing their location, details of the artists and information on the environmental issues. They are working with the Seabird Centre on the selection of birds. Ideally they would select six artists for the work (which ideally needs to be ready by February 2023 as the aim is to have the bins in position by Easter). There will only be very modest amounts to cover artists costs but there should be significant and long term publicity for the works. Organisers are hoping that several artists will want to be involved and are very happy to provide more information, either individually or to arrange a group meeting. If you’re interested in finding out more, please contact the Art Group via our contact form, Facebook messenger or email [email protected] and I will pass on contact details.
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11/27/2022 11:04:53 am
I’d love to know more. After being selected to work on a hare from the hare trail with Leuchie house. I’d really enjoy to work on another project for the community. I’d be happy to donate any fee to the art club or local charity. Look forward to hearing more. Xx
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12/1/2022 04:16:01 am
I’m a local artist with a keen interest in animals, conservation and the natural world. I would love to have the opportunity to be involved and raise awareness of environmental issues.
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