SCRIBBLE Launches In Southampton This Summer

A new interactive public art project is set to transform Southampton’s Guildhall Square this summer.

Developed by Steve Béga and Rich Holland in partnership with John Hansard Gallery, Scribble combines large-scale interactive sculptures with a programme of creative events, inviting people to skate, create, and play together.

What began as a series of experimental drawings layered over black-and-white photographs of Southampton has evolved into a collection of large-scale modular sculptures inviting people to experience shared spaces in new ways. Unlike traditional public artworks, Scribble’s sculptures are intentionally open to interpretation. They can become seating, stages, meeting places, workshop spaces or places to play, depending on how people choose to use them.

Alongside the sculptures, a programme of free events will encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to share ideas about how public spaces might be used.

FREE PUBLIC EVENTS

1–2 Aug: Skateboarding Sessions & Lessons
6 Aug Scribble Interactive Public Art Workshop
13 Aug: Street Photography Workshop
20 Aug: Zine Making Workshop
18–20 Sep: The Skate Equation – Art & Science
Workshop @ British Science Festival
Location: John Hansard Gallery (Meeting Point)
Time: 10am-12pm
Admission: Free

Scribble is being developed as a long-term project exploring how creativity can transform public space across Southampton, the New Forest and beyond.
Local organisations and artists be involved, hosting involved workshops, creative collaborations and working towards future commissions and exhibitions.

This is public art for everyone. Find out more, here: SCRIBBLE