Visiting and Photographing Glasgow’s Wall Murals - Public Art
On the way up to Glencoe last week we stopped for the weekend in Glasgow visiting friends and the visually stunning Glasglow lights festival at the botanical gardens. To stretch our legs after a the long journey we walked as much of the Mural Trail as we could fit in. I took my Sony A6000 camera fitted with the tiny Samyang 35mm prime lens for an easy pocket sized camera setup. I found the 35mm focal length on the APS-C sensor to be just about right to capture many of the details in the murals and ensuring the artwork filled the frame.
If you want to complete the trail, there is a great map on the official website > https://www.citycentremuraltrail.co.uk/
The Glasgow Mural Trail is a vibrant celebration of street art that transforms the city's walls, lanes, and buildings into an open-air gallery. This self-guided walking tour takes visitors through Glasgow’s bustling streets, showcasing large-scale murals created by talented local and international artists. From striking portraits and whimsical scenes to thought-provoking social commentary, the trail highlights the city’s creativity and cultural diversity. Popular pieces include "The World's Most Economical Taxi" (pictured above) and "St. Mungo", which have become iconic landmarks. Perfect for art enthusiasts and photographers, the trail not only adds colour to urban spaces but also tells stories that reflect Glasgow’s rich history and modern character.
Whilst on the walk I also took snapshots some of the city centre architecture. Glasgow has a stunning mix of old and new with architecture to match many major UK cities.
