The Earls Court Development Company unveils new artwork on Warwick Road

The Earls Court Development Company is supporting the Kensington + Chelsea Art Week’s Public Art Trail for the second year in a row, with a new installation at the Warwick Road Apron, opposite the entrance to Earl’s Court Underground Station.

• The installation, by artist Azarra Amoy, celebrates local artistic stars, past and present, within the Earl’s Court area as part of Kensington + Chelsea Art Week.

• The Worshipful Mayor of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea opened the installation with a special event on Thursday 30 June.

• This latest artwork forms part of ECDC’s ongoing cultural and site activation strategy to bring the site back into use for the benefit of everyone.

The Earls Court Development Company is supporting the Kensington + Chelsea Art Week’s Public Art Trail for the second year in a row, with a new installation at the Warwick Road Apron, opposite the entrance to Earl’s Court Underground Station. The Worshipful the Mayor of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea opened the installation at a special breakfast event on Thursday 30 June.

This year will see Azarra Amoy present ‘Stars of Earl’s Court’ at Warwick Road, a huge 39-metre mural celebrating artists, past and present, who lived and worked in the area. Including suggestions from local people through a public call, the mural features local legends, including visual artists such as Duggie Fields, important groups once frequenting the famous Troubadour music venue such as the Black Panthers and Bob Dylan, but also perhaps less obvious personalities who are equally important. Visitors will be able to become a star themselves with the selfie section of the mural – perfect for Instagram!

Last year ECDC supported the installation of ‘The Pleasure Garden’ at the Warwick Road Apron, which saw a mural inspired by local wildflowers, alongside a sculptural structure and a floor design, echoing the Pleasure Gardens popular in the area during 18th century.

Speaking about the return of the Kensington + Chelsea Art Trail, Sarah Gaventa, Creative Director of ECDC, said:

“The vision of The Earls Court Development Company is to bring the wonder back to Earls Court, and bringing world-class art here is a step towards that vision. This installation forms a key part of our cultural engagement with festivals, workspace, and bigger projects to be unveiled later this year.”

Bringing the Kensington + Chelsea Art Trail back to Earls Court is part of ECDC’s commitment to bring life back to the site, following last month’s launch of the Underbelly Festival and announcement of a new Community Hub on Aisgill Avenue. The opening of the ‘Stars of Earl’s Court’ is just one of the things happening at Earls Court, with more events taking place throughout the year.

Throughout July, ECDC are opening their new pop-up consultation space called ‘Conversation Corner’ on 26 Lillie Road. Open Thursday-Saturday every week in July, it will allow people to pop in for a chat and view updated information about plans for the site and crucially give their feedback. ECDC will also be going out into the community to speak to people throughout the month, this will include a weekly Wednesday afternoon pop-up in Earl’s Court Station, as well as West Kensington and West Brompton Stations, two family fun days and two pop-ups in local markets.

Further details and exact dates for all the events are available on ECDC’s website.

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