Elmer's Big Parade - finalists chosen for art trail
Elmer’s Big Parade Blackpool will see 34 large Elmer sculptures inspired by David McKee’s iconic patchwork elephant in key locations across Blackpool, each featuring a unique design created by artists from across the country.
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00:10 Well it's the big reveal, so we're waiting to see what all these artists have come up with.
00:15 Obviously it's going to have our branding logo on it, so yeah, it's more intrigue to see what everyone's been up to.
00:21 The anticipation's starting to build now and we're really looking forward to seeing the designs for Elmer and the trail
00:27 and then deciding which one we'd like to vote for.
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00:34 We're really looking forward to seeing all the different designs for the Elmers.
00:37 It's been something that's building up with excitement, so we're looking forward to seeing what people have come up with
00:41 and we're looking forward to seeing the designs that we can choose from.
00:43 It's really exciting to be part of something from the wider community, that we're going to be part of this bigger trail for Blackpool.
00:48 Obviously doing something really good for you guys, but also something that we're going to be part of and we're there as well,
00:53 so we're really excited to be part of it all.
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01:13 Totally exceeded my expectations. Totally difficult decision to make, but some amazing ideas.
01:23 People's interpretations of Blackpool and an art combined made it really difficult,
01:31 but we managed to get, eventually, to a final five and fingers crossed we get the one we want.
01:40 Really excited for the town. There's some amazing artwork on display and it's great to see so many local artists as well,
01:50 which is always nice because we're a close-knit community, so if we can make it about some of our local artists as well, then even better.
01:58 It's becoming real and as the saying goes, it's proud to be part of the herd.
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