Pride in Bournemouth 2011
by Mark J P
Shots of the 50 lion sculptures scattered around the streets of Bournemouth in a public art event called Pride in Bournemouth 2011.
Each lion is sponsored by a local business and decorated by local artists before being placed at various locations around the town.
After several weeks the lions are auctioned off with the 75% of the net proceeds being donated to The Born Free Foundation and Julia's House charities.
NOTE:* You may notice that there are only 49 photos in the gallery and there is supposed to be 50 lions. Well quite simply there was one lion I was just unable to find. I spent some time wandering around the area it is supposed to be but I couldn’t see it, so I am assuming it was not there for some reason. I have emailed the organisers to find out.
** You might also notice that lion number 15 is not actually in the shot, the plinth is there but the lion has been removed. I am guessing this may be due to vandalism but hopefully it will be back soon. If it returns I will update the shot.
