Blind college students in Hereford create graffiti art mural celebrating local athletes

The mural features two-time Paralympic gold medallist Dan Pembroke (Javelin), England Blind Football Captain Owen Bainbridge and Team GB Goalball player Antonia Bunyan Author: Lia DesaiPublished 1 hour ago Visually impaired college students in Hereford have created a graffiti art mural celebrating local blind athletes. The Royal National College for the Blind (RNC) has unveiled a new art piece, created by its students in collaboration with professional street artists, Studio Jumble. Funded by Hereford City Council and the Herefordshire Community Foundation, the project celebrates the achievements of blind and visually impaired athletes. The idea originated after student Kai Codrington expressed an interest in trying graffiti art. His enthusiasm inspired his classmates, and with the support of their art teacher and RNC’s Fundraising Department, the project gained momentum. Street art agency Blank Walls commissioned Andrew Everitt and Alex Thompson from Studio Jumble to lead the project. The College’s Estates team suggested brightening up an uninspiring bike store situated in a public space next to the College’s 4G pitch. Art teacher Mel Davies said: “I was really pleased how the two artists engaged with our students. Their enthusiasm was infectious. Our students really enjoyed being creative with spray paint, a medium they...