Snakes pop up across the Stewartry as stone painting craze continues to appeal

Snakes have been popping up across the Stewartry in recent weeks.

People of all ages have been encouraged to paint stones with whatever they like and add them to “snakes” in towns across the region in a bid to lift spirits and bring communities together during lockdown.

Never mind the Wee Kirkcudbright Centipede, the Kirkcudbright stone snake is growing in length every day and has brought out the artistic side of residents. (Jim McEwan)

Springholm, Kirkcudbright, Castle Douglas and Haugh of Urr are among the places taking part, with some of the creations now more than 1,000 stones in length.

Here is a selection of some of the wonderful stones that have been made in Kirkcudbright, the region’s Artists’ Town.

It seems the Wee Kirkcudbright Centipede may have some competition!