Take it Back Mural by Will Redgrove Murals in London

I was asked by Motel Studios to paint the front of their photography studio in Hoxton, east London. They wanted an artwork that would have a direct conversation with the new-build flats being constructed opposite the arches (which turned out to be a WeWork). Many who once lived in the area have been priced out to favour wealthy new residents, attracted to the cultural and creative area. An area made interesting by its diversity of class, culture and ethnic backgrounds. Although mainly untouched, I did have to paint over a small area of graffiti in which a street artist had written ‘Take it Back!’. To pay my respects, and because I felt it was relevant to the theme, I incorporated these words into the design.