Newport will host The National Gallery’s Art On Your Doorstep project from May 6 to October 30, bringing life-size, outdoor reproductions of iconic works to the town in a free, public art trail.
Julie Jones-Evans, councillor responsible for the economy, regeneration, transport and infrastructure committee, said: “We are extremely excited to welcome Art On Your Doorstep to Newport, being one of just four locations across the UK to host a trail this year.
“We hope the trail encourages you to get out and explore our historic town, and we can’t wait to see these iconic masterpieces woven into the everyday lives of our residents and visitors for the next few months.”
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The National Gallery’s Art On Your Doorstep project is coming to Newport. (Image: National Gallery)
The 18 artworks will form a one-mile route through Newport’s heritage sites, town centre, historic squares, and harbourside.
The trail has been secured by Isle of Wight Council through the Shaping Newport partnership, which also includes Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council and Newport Business Association.
Each piece on the trail has been chosen by community groups and a school to reflect the character and setting of its location.
Prominent works include The Water-Lily Pond by Monet at 64 High Street, Van Gogh’s Sunflowers on Castlehold Lane, and The Fighting Temeraire by Turner at the Harbour Office on Town Quay.
Other featured artists include Gustav Klimt, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Édouard Manet.
A full map of the trail will be released closer to the launch.
The project forms part of The National Gallery’s wider goal to bring art to communities across the UK over the next three years.