The countdown has begun. Today, we’re thrilled to give you a first glimpse behind the scenes of Gromit Unleashed 3!
With just two months to go until Bristol’s favourite beagle bounds back onto the streets, artists, designers and even a few famous faces are hard at work bringing this summer’s spectacular sculptures to life.
From bold brushstrokes to the tiniest intricate details, Wallace, Gromit, Feathers McGraw and Norbot are all being reimagined in extraordinary ways for a trail that promises to be bigger and bolder than ever before.
Meet the Stars
Today, we unveiled five new sculptures that are already causing a buzz:
- Inspired by the age-old tale of The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood, Wallace has been reimagined by artist Mister Hope as the justice seeking outlaw from Sherwood Forest, with Bristol City Centre Business Improvement District (BID) as sculpture sponsor.
- Created by new trail artist Victoria Richards and featuring the artistic stylings of the roaring 20s, this glamourous Gromit would be an incredible conversation piece at one of Gatsby’s glittering parties. The spectacular sculpture is sponsored by CJ Hole.
- A Gromit Unleashed trail in Bristol wouldn’t be complete without a swashbuckling pirate. Thanks to illustrator Paula Bowles, Norbot’s ready for an adventure on the high-seas, but not before delighting crowds this summer! Natracare sponsors the mischievous mariner.
- Once upon a time in Bristol, there stood a fairy castle fit for a tiny princess. For this design, talented artist Emily Ketteringham has turned Norbot’s towering hat into a fairytale turret!
- No cinema trip would be complete without popcorn, sweets, and drink! Whether you’re sweet or salty, everyone will enjoy artist Simon Tozer’s Norbot this summer. This playful design is sponsored by Global Furniture Alliance.
Gromit Unleashed 3 officially hits the streets from the 30 June to 31 August, bringing a summer of colour, creativity and character to the city – all in support of Bristol Children’s Hospital. It’s truly a blockbuster cast this year, with more big names and big surprises waiting in the wings. Trust us – you won’t want to miss a single paw-step.
Anna Hitchcock, Commercial Director – The Grand AppealThe progress being made every day, now we’re just weeks away from the start of the trail, is astonishing. Seeing the designs come to life behind-the-scenes is so exciting, and we just had to share some of that energy far and wide. The designs, the details and the standard of this year’s sculptures and artists, is so inspiring. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing more and more details, and we can’t wait to bring the colour, creativity and fun to the city this summer.
Over the years, our much-loved sculpture trails have generated over £20million for young patients and their families at Bristol Children’s Hospital and St Michael’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. And thanks to your support, Gromit Unleashed 3 will continue that incredible legacy.
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