There is a lot of public art works scattered around downtown Manchester. I've given them pet names as the artists have not titled their works, as far as I can tell. The above is a wonderful work that covers 3 sides of a building that I like to call The Canal. The artist obviously got inspiration from the canals and locks just two blocks away. I love that the early industrial age history is honored here. Indeed, many of the buildings in my neighborhood are old cotton mills that have been converted into apartments and office buildings.
I call this one "Big Bird". I waited two weeks for a sunny day to come and take these photos. I'm happy that I did. I love the imagination and colors on this mural that covers the entire side of a three story building.
The "Industrial Dragon" is only a few blocks from the Arndale Center, a huge shopping center/mall in the town center. I was disappointed that the sun didn't reach all the shiny bits. It's quite difficult to describe, but is another fun and whimsical construction.
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