A colourful new mural has appeared in New Brighton is messing with people's eyes.
The creation is causing some discussion by those who see it about which multicoloured dog they can spot first.
Known for his slick layered colour separation technique, Dublin-based Aches created this huge mural in Wirral for Guide Dogs Association for the Blind, as the national charity celebrates its 90th anniversary this year, to honour its efforts in helping people with sight loss.
In this colourful mural, Aches has depicted a green German Shepherd, a blue Golden Retriever and a red Labrador – the three dog breeds that most commonly work as guide dogs.
Writers from our sister site TeamDogs don’t even agree on which dogs they can see most clearly.
Jilly Beattie commented: “I saw the red and green ones best but the blue one was floating in and out for me.”
While Caroline Abbott said: “It took me ages to make out the green dog. I saw the blue one first.”
Supporters of the charity and the artist alike have expressed their desire to see the street art for themselves.
Barrie Harwood commented on Guide Dogs UK’s Facebook page: “Just think for a moment how lucky it is that those of us who are not visually impaired can see this.”
Nina Louisa wrote: “This is cool. And great to see German Shepherds represented as they often get forgotten about.”
The artwork commissioned and funded by New Brighton Street Art is part of the company’s ‘Unsung Heroes’ project, which highlights individuals or groups who play a vital role in the community but may not get the recognition they deserve.
Speaking about the latest work, artist Aches said: “It was a pleasure to come to New Brighton to paint. I’ve been aware of what the guys are doing here and was keen to get involved. The town’s street art scene has a fantastic reputation and it’s great to be involved, joining other leading artists in their open air gallery.
“The subject matter was specially chosen as New Brighton was the birthplace of the Guide Dogs organisation, and I wanted to tie in with celebrating International Dog Day.
“It’s a subject close to my heart and also of the wall’s owners, who are massive dog lovers and have a lovely rescue dog themselves named Boo.
“I hope that the work helps to raise awareness for the Guide Dogs charity and I look forward to returning to New Brighton to paint again soon.”
