Earlier this year West Midlands Metro launched a competition amongst local primary schools to help design a bull for the forthcoming “Bull in the City” art trail (think the Elmer trail in Blackpool last year but will bulls instead of elephants!), and now they have announced the winner although the actual design is remaining under wraps for now.
The design by 11 year old Sakinah Begum from Regents Park Community Primary School most impressed judges and will soon be transferred to a bull ahead of the trail due to take place in the city this summer (16th July to 14th September).
Sophie Allison, Managing Director of West Midlands Metro, said: “This incredible project is all about bringing communities together to celebrate Birmingham’s rich history and culture. We wanted to involve as many youngsters as possible. The response from local schools has been impressive, and choosing a winner was no easy task. The talent and enthusiasm shown by every student were truly inspiring, but Sakinah’s submission stood out for its imagination, message, and vibrant use of colour.”
The winning design will be featured on a miniature bull sculpture that will be presented to her school as well as a £250 prize. The winner and her classmates will also get a guided tour of Wednesbury Depot.
Artist Marnie Maurri will bring the miniature bull to life based on the original design concept, while Megan Smith-Evans will create the design for the full-size Metro Bull sculpture using inspiration from a legendary midlands-set television show, the name of which is not being announced just yet.
The Bulls in the City trail will be raising funds for Birmingham Hospice.