Dublin Artist Unveils Ireland’s Largest Mural at Boland’s Mill

Several artists are creating large-scale murals that transform urban and rural landscapes by blending art with community identity and history. In Dublin, Sean Atmos unveiled 'Bláthú,' Ireland's largest mural at Boland's Mill, which incorporates augmented reality and was developed in collaboration with autism and neurodiversity organizations to ensure accessibility. Australian artist Guido van Helten is painting massive murals on grain silos in the U.S. Midwest, including a project in Minot, North Dakota, using mineral silicate paint to create works that harmonize with the structures and reflect local stories. Van Helten's murals aim to celebrate regional communities often overlooked, integrating photographic elements to depict local people and history. In England, Shawn Sharpe is working with Preston North End Community and Education Trust to create a mural visually narrating the history of the Preston North End football club, involving community participants and featuring club legends. These projects highlight the role of murals in fostering community pride and preserving cultural narratives through immersive and inclusive public art.