Public art events that entertain, enrich, inform and leave a lasting legacy.
Connecting businesses, artists and communities through the power of creativity, Wild in Art events have enabled more than £23 million to be raised for charitable causes through auctions alone and helped millions of people of all ages to experience art in non-traditional settings.
Our art trails provide a platform for amateur and professional artists to showcase their work and to date our events have contributed more than £3.8 million to creative communities.
We design programmes that resonate with children and young people, the outcomes providing a unique insight into the aspirations, hopes, and dreams of future generations. Our learning programmes have engaged over 1 million young people so far.
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Wild in Art’s Story
It’s been 14 years since Wild in Art first came to the world’s attention with Go Superlambananas, part of Liverpool’s European Capital of Culture celebrations. Since then, we’ve gone on to animate cities across four continents including Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland, Christchurch, Cape Town and São Paulo.
Closer to home we’ve created public art trails for the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics, the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games and the Ryder Cup and developed events the length and breadth of the country. From our first national trail across Scotland and our first touring installation, Gratitude, to trails in Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, we’ve been privileged to work with many wonderful partners in many different locations.
In 2023 we are looking forward to returning to Scotland with trails in St Andrews and Aberdeen and much much more.
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It’s a wild world
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Wild in Art is busy planning art trails and creative projects across the UK and beyond.
From Owls to Giraffes, Elmer and The Snowdog, find an event near you.
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Wild gifts for artists, art lovers and anyone who is a little wild at heart.
Our collection of illustrated gifts lovingly replicate the unique designs displayed on our public art trails.
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We believe creativity connects us. Download the templates and get creative.
From the UK to New Zealand and back, join us in creating our biggest virtual art trail yet and put your creativity on the map!
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Wild in Art events and programmes connect businesses, artists and communities. Over the last 5 years our events have recorded an economic impact of £123m. They have proven to generate a sense of community and encourage families to get outside, explore and discover new places.
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“The trail brought much-needed colour, pride and sense of community to the city centre and we were delighted to be the Trail Partners. It allowed businesses to get involved and benefit from the extra visitors to the area and created a memorable experience for all. Whilst raising the cultural profile of the city.” Helen Wathall MBE, Chair, St Peters Quarter BID
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Community Initiative of the Year Award, IOM Newspapers Awards for Excellence 2022 - Hospice Isle of Man
Special Recognition Award, Kent Charity Awards 2022 - Heart of Kent Hospice
Campaign of the Year, Scottish Charity Awards 2022 - Leuchie House
Commendation - Mobile/App Design Award, Scottish Design Awards 2022 - Blue 2
Finalist - NZEA Best Event Creative 2021 - Publica
Silver - Gov Design Awards 2021 - RCH Foundation & Alexander Know
Best Event, Manchester Culture Awards 2019
Event of the Year, PPA Scottish Magazine Awards 2019
App of the Year, Prolific North Awards 2019
Glasgow Inspiring City Awards, Art and Culture Award Winner 2019
Sally-Ann Wilkinson - Manchester BEE Award, Inspiring Women Awards 2019
Event of the Year and Charity Award Finalist, PRCA Dare Awards 2019
Best Event of the Year, PR Moment Awards 2019
Finalist - Family Event of the Year, Norfolk and Suffolk Tourism Awards 2019
People’s Choice Award, Norfolk Arts Awards 2019
Best Non-for-Profit Event, New Zealand Events Association Awards 2018
Best Art Event/Exhibition, CityLife Awards 2018
Leading Live Event, This is Manchester Awards 2018
Special Recognition Award, Sheffield Business Awards 2017
Best One Off Event, New Zealand Events Association Awards 2015
Best Event or Festival, Aberdeen City and Shire Tourism Awards 2015
Tourism Event of the Year, Bristol Tourism and Hospitality Awards 2013
Tourism Event of the Year, English Riviera & South Devon Tourism Awards 2013
Finalist - Australian Event Awards 2013
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Wild in Art is the leading producer of spectacular public art events and creative projects which enrich, entertain, inform and connect communities – giving people of all ages a voice through art.
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