STUDENTS from a secondary school in Romsey got creative at their local train station to promote the benefits of the railway and brighten it up.
Working with Network Rail, 96 young artists from The Romsey School produced a collection of artwork that has been installed at Romsey Train Station.
The aim of the project was to boost the relationship between the school and the railway company while promoting rail safety.
Throughout the scheme, the students were keen to find out how the railways connect people and the transport's environmental benefits.
The first piece is a large-scale mosaic by Year 7, 8 and 9 pupils working with professional artist Joanna Dewfall.
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The designs encapsulate the magic of rail journeys, showcasing treasured locations regionally, nationally, and internationally, with the hope of highlighting the dreams and opportunities that the service can provide.
The large-scale murals installed under the arches were produced by year nine students in collaboration with artists Jenny Muncaster and Rachael Alexander from the Colour Factory.
Their pieces aim to celebrate the beauty of the environment around the station and the views of the British countryside that can be seen from the trains.
To honour the success of the project, the Mayor of Romsey, Cllr Neil Gwynne will present both pieces to the community at an event later in February.
Romsey School art teachers Gemma Penny and Kris Reilly said: “It has been such a great opportunity for the students to work with professional artists on a project that can be shared with and enjoyed by the local community.
“We are incredibly proud of our students for the work they have created and thank Network Rail and the artists for allowing this fantastic opportunity to happen.”
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The plan got the go-ahead from Romsey Town Council with the planning committee's chairman Cllr Sally Lamb previously saying: “It's great that the school students have done this. It's lovely. The students will be proud.”
Meanwhile, Cllr John Critchley said: “Anything that will enhance the disgusting subway is good."
Although Test Valley Borough Council held no objections to the project, there were concerns over its longevity and how the murals would be maintained.
The borough council said it will be down to Network Rail to look after the murals.
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