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The Sea Shepherd graphic novel is now on sale in the Phatcomics Shop.
Captain Paul Watson wrote and introduction for the book, and was very supportive of it.
As the founder of Sea Shepherd I am proud of the fact that Sea Shepherd has evolved into a global movement under the direction of so many people from so many different nationalities. Blur strategy of aggressive non-violence has been highly successful for over four decades without causing a single injury.
Sean has done an amazing job of summarising Sea Shepherd campaigns and it is my hope that his art will inspire many young people to become activists for animals for the Ocean and for the Planet.
Being a successful activist means harnessing your passion to the virtues of courage and imagination and using your abilities, experience and skills to make a difference.
The most powerful weapons in the world for shaping public opinion and changing the world are cameras, pens, pencils, paint brushes and the ability to speak passionately in defense of the planet. Sean Azzopardi is an artist activist practicing the art of saving the Ocean. He has captured the Sea Shepherd story in a concise, entertaining and informative narrative in a way that young people can relate to.
( On the way to Thought Bubble, 2019 )
This weekend is virtual Thought Bubble. It’s the future and it’s arrived.
I have a table in the Got to Catch ‘em all, hall.
It’s basically a link to the Phatcomics shop.
But please have a click around all the other exhibitors.
There is some amazing talent.
Have fun.
I have been awarded a grant from the Arts Council to develop a new project.
I’m really excited by this one. Thank you, Arts Council.
The Sea Shepherd
Here is a short video made last year. It was around the time of me prepping for my exhibition
at Ground Arts.
Plenty of in studio footage, plus me taking it to the streets of Hull
Recorded and edited by the super talented Michael Barnes – Wynters.
More of his work can be viewed here.
Some recent freelance work has been released into the wild. I designed some sleeves for traffic signal boxes. They look awesome !
Full info …
Artwork to adorn city’s most vandalised spots
Artwork unique to Hull will start appearing on traffic signal control boxes in the city.
In bid to tackle graffiti and vandalism, Hull City Council is embarking on a trial to redesign some of the city’s most targeted signal control boxes by covering them in artwork created by local artists.
Ten sites along the stretch of Beverley Road will be adorned with pieces of art to try and bring a pop of colour to the busy route, while recognising the city’s cultural status.
It is hoped the art will help to alleviate anti-social behaviour with cites across the country having successfully trialled this scheme.
Councillor Daren Hale, portfolio holder for regeneration at Hull City Council, said: “Art can be found in the unlikeliest of places, and from today (Tuesday 7 July) people will begin to see unique pieces of artwork appearing on signal control boxes across the city.
“Honing and celebrating the artistic skills that are thriving within our local arts communities was a key aspect of this project, and by asking them to take advantage of naturally occurring canvasses such as street furniture, we are continuing our legacy as a cultural status and deterring vandalism and damage to council property.
“As a result, people will be able to enjoy high-quality, artistic content on this main arterial route.”
The three artists commissioned to begin this work include Mike Emberton, Lydia Caprani and Sean Azzopardi.
Lydia said: “The project is not only an exciting opportunity to bring flourishes of art to the city, but also a creative solution for alleviating vandalism in a way which supports and celebrates local artistic talent.
“I look forward to seeing the final designs installed and hope they bring joy to both their surroundings and to the public.”
If the scheme is successful, it could be rolled out across the city.
