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Free street art walk and graffiti workshop in Ipswich this weekend

Ipswich residents can explore local street art and try their hand at stencilling this weekend with a free guided walk and workshop.

The big picture: Art Eat Events is hosting a free guided walk exploring Ipswich's street art on Saturday, September 21, as part of the Wild Walls Festival. The event offers a unique opportunity to learn about and experience local street art:

The details:

  • Date: Saturday, September 21

  • Time: 11:00 - 13:00 BST

  • Meeting point: Ipswich Town Hall, Cornhill, Ipswich IP1 1DH

  • Distance: Approximately 1.7 miles

  • Cost: Free

Examples of Ipswich street art

What to expect: Artist Sara Hayes will lead participants from the town centre to the street art workshop area in the Mill Courtyard behind Dance East. Along the way, attendees will:

  • View and learn about local street art.

  • Learn about the stories behind some of the town's best-known pieces, including some of the new murals and pieces that have been transforming our town during the Wild Walls festival.

  • Have the opportunity to create their own stencilled artwork.

Sarah Hayes in front of some street art
Oliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk
Your tour guide and artist, Sara Hayes

The bottom line: This free event offers Ipswich residents a chance to engage with their local art scene and try their hand at a new skill.

Get involved: Interested participants should reserve a spot through the Art Eat Events website to avoid disappointment.

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