The stories of dementia sufferers in Angus have inspired a new piece of public art in Kirriemuir.
Kirrie Connections and local artist Maureen Crosbie are working on the 10-metre-long mosaic with local people in the town’s Bank Street.
Maureen is working on the mosaic every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday for the next few weeks.
The mosaic will eventually be placed round the corner from the Kirrie Connections dementia hub in St Colme’s Close in Kirriemuir.
The art work is part of the ongoing series of public works that are being carried out in collaboration between the Dementia Friendly Kirriemuir Project, the Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme and Angus Council.
Project coordinator Graham Galloway from Kirrie Connections, said: “The 10-metre-long mosaic has been inspired by the stories of the people who attend the dementia friendly hub, and for the past few weeks local people aged eight to 88 have been helping to complete the work.
“The work itself is being created by local artist Maureen Crosbie, and has been inspired by the life stories of some of the local people who use Kirrie Connections.
“It will not only be an amazing new piece of local art but will also be a talking point for all generations about the history of the town.
“It features a variety of iconic local images from years gone by, including a Meffan’s bus and grey Fergie tractor.
“The mosaic will also prominently feature a poem by local poet Violet Jacob.
“Anyone interested in helping out can pop into the hub and be part of this great project.”
Maureen also previously worked with the community as part of a project for Brechin’s multi-million pound flood protection scheme.
Laid into the main flood bulwark in River Street, the community piece was unveiled by Maureen, with help from local schoolchildren and community groups who contributed to its creation.
