Street art is synonymous with Northern Ireland, changing with the times. Here, four artists discuss the importance of outdoor creativity, fostering community, creating landmarks, and making art accessible.
Ray Bonner of Seedhead Arts in Belfast. Photo: Pól Ó Conghaile
Ray Bonner is known on the urban art street scene as Francois Got Buffed. He is one of Belfast’s best-known artists and showcases his work at the annual Hit the Streets art festival.
“I get a mixture of works. There will be private commissions that I do get, and then I get commissions from Belfast City Council. I would do some illustration work as well for businesses. I’ve designed t-shirts for various companies or done a bit of branding and things like that, but they’re not my main focus,” he says.
