Pontypool Dragon Mural

The Dragon of Pontypool

I had a very cold—but absolutely brilliant—time painting this dragon mural for the people of Pontypool. The design was inspired by the area’s industrial heritage: the ironworks and foundries that once peppered the town. I also…

A Garden in Two Worlds: New Murals in Maindee and Malvern

A Garden in Two Worlds: New Murals in Maindee and Malvern Over the past few weeks, I've been working on a pair of connected murals for a remarkable garden project in Maindee — and its show garden counterpart at the RHS Malvern Spring Festival…
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The Vibrant Butterfly Mural Brightening Up Pontymoile

Introduction: Back in November of 2022, a collaborative art project took shape in Pontymoile's picturesque canal basin. Local artist Andy O'Rourke teamed up with young participants from Inspire2Achieve and Changing Gearz, with the generous…
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Made in Pillgwenlly

street art mural in Pillgwenlly. Graffiti art of a steam train. Sponsored by Pobl
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Llanhilleth Community Mural

A few months ago I was approached by Helen Cunningham, the local labour councillor for Llanhilleth. She was looking to develop a community arts project to brighten up Llanhilleth. I was very taken with Helen's vision and enthusiasm for…
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Find Your Wings (and also – don’t copy mine!)

I've designed and painted some 'selfie wings' for Friars Walk in Newport. I'm also annoyed that the design is being ripped off!

Unleashing Dragons & Steel: Epic fiery Mural in Newport

A sunny September week spent painting a fiery Dragon

Cynefin mural

“Cynefin” is a Welsh term defined by Curriculum for Wales as 'the place where we feel we belong, where the people and landscape around us are familiar, and the sights and sounds are reassuringly recognisable.’ You can read more about…
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Rainforest mural

A rainforest jungle themed mural decorating the walls of an arts space in Newport
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Fire-Breathing Dragon Unleashed on the Hobbits of Newport

Andy O'Rourke paints a spectacular spray painted mural of a fierce, fire breathing dragon on the front of IDM doors in Pillgwenlly, Newport.