Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, located on Argie Avenue, Kirkstall, welcomed Leeds-based artist Andy McVeigh, famously known as Burley Banksy, as part of a vibrant initiative to celebrate the school’s “rich cultural diversity.”
Funded by Latimer Clarion Housing Group, children will translate the phrase “We Love Sacred Heart” into their home languages, reflecting the many backgrounds and stories represented within the school.
Guided by Burley Banksy’s artistic vision, these multilingual expressions of love and unity will be woven into a striking visual artwork that symbolises inclusivity, pride, and will be visible to the local community.
YEP photographer James Hardisty visited the school to see how the project was coming along...
7. Andy McVeigh visits Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Fans of Andy's vibrant and thought-provoking urban art work can visit his store at the Leeds Merrion Centre. | James Hardisty
8. Andy McVeigh visits Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Children will write their translated phrase inside giant lettering that spells out the phrase. | James Hardisty
9. Andy McVeigh visits Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Burley Banksy guided pupils to create a striking visual artwork that will be visible to the local community. | James Hardisty
10. Andy McVeigh visits Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
The school are hoping that, through collaboration with Andy (Banksy), that they can harness pupils enthusiasm for Art and Creative media for their futures. | James Hardisty