Banksy’s Cut & Run show at the Gallery of Modern Art in Glasgow is a rare opportunity to see artwork stencils used by the celebrated artist over the last 25 years. Running until August 28, the show includes authentic artefacts, ephemera and the artist’s actual toilet. But you don’t have to leave the Capital to see world class street art.
Here are some of the most interesting murals and graffiti art that can be found in Edinburgh.
5. Colinton Tunnel Mural
The old railway tunnel connecting Colinton Village to Craiglockhart Dell was transformed into a vibrant mural between 2018 and 2020, depicting the village’s history. Chris Rutterford led a team of more than 600 people to pain the 140-metre long tunnel and it is now Scotland’s largest heritage mural. Photo: Graeme-Yuill Photo: submitted
6. Abbeyhill Mural
Created by Fraser Gray and Ben Fist, the Abbeyhill Mural reflects a timeline of the local area. The eye-catching artwork includes depictions of the former coopers workshop, the famous checkerboard floor from the former venue, the Astoria and a yellow Cortina – a car that was being worked on at a local garage at the time of the mural’s creation. Photo: submitted
7. Police Baby
This cheeky chappie can be found outside The Street bar on the corner of Broughton Street and Picardy Place Photo: Neil Johnstone
8. Leith History Mural
The beloved mural titled ‘Into The Future With A Strong Community’ was unveiled in 1986 at the corner of Great Junction Street and Ferry Road depicting Leith’s political history and rich maritime heritage and has become popularly known as the Leith History Mural. The original design was the work of Tim Chalk and Paul Grime, but following wear and tear on the 37-year-old mural there are now on-going plans to adapt the mural to reflect Leith’s contemporary culture. Photo: submitted