GRAS collaborated with the Friends of Water of Leith Basin to deliver a new mural celebrating the life and work of Eduardo Paolozzi, the internationally renowned Scottish artist born in Leith in 1924. The original mural, installed in 2014 on the frontage of a vacant shop at 73 Henderson Street, had deteriorated beyond repair.

The new mural presents Paolozzi as an older man, set against a backdrop of familiar Leith landmarks rendered in a vibrant Pop Art style inspired by his own work. Created by artist Halla Groves-Raines, the mural was produced using durable marine-grade plywood and stainless steel fixings, ensuring longevity in the face of Edinburgh’s weather.

The project involved the careful removal of the existing mural and support structure, followed by the construction of a new subframe and the installation of the printed and mounted artwork using advanced scanning and fabrication techniques consistent with the original method.

Unveiled to the local community, the mural stands as a confident, contemporary homage that enriches the cultural fabric of Leith and continues to honour Paolozzi’s legacy in his hometown.