Cellie-bration

Created by: Donna Newman
Sponsored by: Viking Direct
Location: St Martins Square

Overview

Meet Cellie-bration, the inaugural elephant for Stomp Round Leicester, bursting onto the scene in an explosion of colour. The sculpture features multicoloured confetti raining down over a vibrant depiction of the Leicester City skyline. Commemorating the 40th anniversary of LOROS Hospice, 40 elephants stomp their way around the sculpture linked by a continuous white line to symbolise community and connection. Each one is uniquely embellished with patterns as a reference to Leicester’s rich cultural tapestry. This kaleidoscopic creation is making a mammoth impression on the trail!

Location

St Martins Square

Meet the Artist

Donna Newman

Donna Newman is the Artist behind Eden-designs Murals. Working with Schools across the Midlands, she seeks to inspire young people by transforming their learning environments with her vibrant artwork. A fine Art graduate from Coventry University, Donna responds to clients with creativity and flair producing original, playful designs in a wide variety of subjects. She is a self-proclaimed addict of public art trails and has worked closely with Wild in Art on over 100 sculpture commissions helping to raise over £400,000 for charities through their sales. Working in numerous locations and on various surfaces, Donna is an extremely versatile artist who brings colour and life through her art.

 

Meet the Sponsor

Viking Direct

We’re proudly fostering the ‘Celebration’ elephant because we’re also celebrating! Established 35 years ago in Leicester, we’re one of the UK’s leading office supplies companies. Like elephants, we’re social creatures, and our core values of teamwork, respect and integrity guide our every step. From pens to packaging, tech to tea bags, we’ve got everything your workspace needs. But unlike elephants, if you’re forgetful – we’ve got sticky notes for that!

Meet the Elephants

Phoenix

Phoenix

Created by: Kibworth Mead AcademyLocation: Highcross Upper Mall- John Lewis bridgeWith representatives from across the KMA community, the team spent time discussing ideas and planning their individual patches before embarking upon the paint stage. They each created a...

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The Sum of Our Parts

The Sum of Our Parts

Created by: Jess PerrinLocation: Highcross Upper Mall- outside Timberland / Holland & BarrettThe Sum of our Parts is based on the concept that everybody is made up of the four elements: Earth, Wind, Fire and Water. In many cultures it is believed that once we die,...

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Ivy

Ivy

Created by: Iveshead SchoolLocation: Peppercorns Cafe - Abbey ParkIvy is the result of over 200 design ideas submitted by Iveshead students that we have combined to make a patchwork of student's creativity. Peppercorns Cafe - Abbey ParkMeet the Elephants

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Hathi

Hathi

Created by: India Inspired CraftsLocation: Belgrave LibraryOur sculpture has been decorated in beautiful, colourful mandalas and paisleys. Hand painted by India Inspired Crafts workshop members using bright, bold colours and embellished in gold and silver detailing....

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Elphis Presley ‘The King of Elephants’

Elphis Presley ‘The King of Elephants’

Created by: Humphrey Perkins School Location: Leicester Cathedral- GalleryThe school held a competition for the design of Elphis. Our winning students merged their designs to create an ultimate design for Elphis.The design for Elphis is a combination of mandala...

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Daisy

Daisy

Created by: Highcliffe Primary SchoolSponsored by: MertruxLocation: Lyme Regis: Leicester Cathedral - Main HallThe whole school took part in a competition to design Daisy. Pupils and govenors then picked winning entries from each key stage. We took elements from each...

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Duncan (the creative Elephant)

Duncan (the creative Elephant)

Created by: Herewoode AcademySponsored by: AMPA FoundationLocation: DMU - The GalleryStudents were challenged to design an elephant in the style of their favourite artist to represent the diversity of cultures and styles within the school. The best sixteen were given...

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Mertie

Mertie

Created by: Haymarket Shopping Centre Community HubLocation: Haymarket Shopping Centre- Community Hub (Window)The children at the Merton were very excited at the prospect of receiving an elephant to design. Following a whole school assembly, where we were joined by...

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Florence

Florence

Created by: Gorse Covert Youth ProjectLocation: Leicester Central Library - UpstairsThe starting point was “What does the community centre mean to you?” the images on Florence reflect the activities and opportunities available to people of all ages who use the...

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