A flock of Shaun the Sheep sculptures have popped up in Manchester for winter to celebrate the European premiere of Shaun the Sheep’s Circus Show at Aviva Studios. Part of Wild in Art and Aardman’s collaborative art trail, Find the Flock, locals and visitors can hunt down six ewe-niquely designed Shaun the Sheep sculptures in Manchester city centre between November 27 and January 4.
What is the Shaun the Sheep Find the Flock sculpture art trail?
Find the Flock is created by global art producer Wild in Art and Academy Award® winning independent animation studio Aardman. Each brightly decorated sculpture stands at 160cm tall and has been individually designed by a national or international artist. Those who find the sculptures can find out more about the artists and enjoy a sheep joke at each find.
Ngaio Harding-Hill, Head of Attractions & Live Experiences at Aardman said: “We are delighted to bring Shaun the Sheep to Manchester for the festive season. Find the Flock is a wonderful opportunity for fans of all ages to celebrate Shaun’s arrival ahead of his Circus Show premiere at Aviva Studios, and we can’t wait to see everyone join in the fun.”
John McGrath, Artistic Director and Chief Executive of Factory International said: “Wild in Art’s public works create lasting memories in cities across the globe, including here in Manchester where we still enjoy Bee in the City at iconic locations across the city centre. Working with Wild in Art and building on our relationship with world-famous animation studio Aardman, Find the Flock is a joyful art trail bringing the excitement of Shaun the Sheep’s Circus Show out into St. John’s and Spinningfields. We regularly host free activity for families during the school holidays at our home in Aviva Studios, and this winter we’re thrilled to offer a fun adventure to have on your way to or from the venue too.”
Shaun the Sheep Circus Show at Aviva Studios
Brought to life by internationally acclaimed circus company Circa and Aardman, Shaun the Sheep’s Circus Show makes its European premiere at Aviva Studios from December 11 – January 4. Aardman’s classic, slapstick, comedy character Shaun the Sheep is combined with live circus performance, simultaneously blurring the lines between movement, dance, theatre and circus for a visual spectacle packed with wit.
All the Shaun the Sheep sculptures, artists and trail locations in Manchester
Shaun the Sheep fans of all ages can collect a trail map from John Rylands Library or Aviva Studios and Find the Flock grazing between the two locations.
Counting Sheep! – Crown Square, Spinningfields
Artist: Katy Dynes
Katy is a freelance illustrator and workshop provider. Her work covers a huge range of subjects, including book illustration, cartoons, pet portraits, murals and teaching art workshops to children.
The Bee Sheeper – Outside John Rylands Library, Spinningfields Square
Artist: Ali Elly
Ali Elly is an environmental artist, inspired by life in the natural world. She connects to scientific narrative, approaching her art through observation and an appreciation of the planet we live on. With an emphasis on illustration she explores the aesthetics of many species, translating their natural movements and patterns to build bold designs.
Shaunberry – Hardman Gardens, Spinningfields
Artist: Jodie Silverman
Jodie Silverman is a Fine Artist based in Manchester at GRIT Studios. Jodie describes her style as magical realism; she often works figuratively and includes natural and surreal elements in her work.
BaaArt Deco Shaun – Outside Soho House, Quay Street, St. John’s
Artist: Mik Richardson
Mik is a Norfolk-based artist who has been involved in over 50 Wild in Art trails and has painted over 100 sculptures.
Shaun the Shape – Outside Aviva Studios, River Square Entrance
Artist: Kelly Ma
Kelly is an Illustrator and community artist based in Manchester whose work tends to explore playful visual connections between people, culture and cities.
Classic Shaun – Outside Aviva Studios, City Square Entrance
Artist: Wild in Art Studio
Wild in Art is the leading producer of spectacular public art events that entertain, enrich, inform and leave a lasting legacy. Since 2008, Wild in Art has animated cities across the world, including Manchester, Sydney, Auckland, Cape Town and São Paulo.