Artist behind giant wooden landmark joins City of Culture campaign

Tree carving artist Simon O’Rourke joins Wrexham’s City of Culture bid team

Simon O’Rourke, tree carving artist from North Wales, has joined the list of growing ambassadors for Wrecsam2029 – strengthening the city’s ongoing support as it goes for UK City of Culture 2029.  Back in February, Simon’s giant WRECSAM letters were unveiled in Wrexham’s Queens Square, just outside the Old Library. The installation was commissioned to reflect the county’s cultural identity and is part of many breathtaking artwork currently found…

Artist behind giant wooden landmark joins City of Culture campaign

A well-known north Wales artist has joined the growing campaign to bring a major cultural title to the region. Tree carving artist Simon O’Rourke has joined the list of ambassadors supporting Wrecsam2029, Wrexham’s bid to become UK City of Culture 2029. Back in February, Simon’s giant WRECSAM letters were unveiled in Wrexham’s Queens Square, just […]