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Giant NHS tribute in Skipton to be donated to Airedale Hospital

A giant piece of artwork is set to be created live in Skipton as a tribute to the NHS before being donated to Airedale Hospital.

A giant piece of artwork is set to be created live in Skipton as a tribute to the NHS.

Street artist 'Roo' will be transforming a 3.6m x 1.5m canvas at the Art in the Pen event at Skipton Auction Mart on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th August. The piece will be in recognition of the work the NHS have carried out during the pandemic and will be donated to Airedale Hospital once completed. [caption id="attachment_13989" align="aligncenter" width="1644"] Street artist Roo will be creating a piece of artwork as a tribute to the NHS.[/caption] Art in the Pen 2021 will see hundreds of artists transform cattle pens into galleries to sell their original work, as well as art-related entertainment, prizes, products and demonstrations throughout the weekend. And The Art Shop in Skipton will be supplying visitors with any materials they need as part of their pop-up shop. A spokesperson for the shop said:
"The event is an unmissable celebration of creativity. And following a year’s absence, Art In The Pen 2021 promises to be the welcome relief that art and craft enthusiasts have all been waiting for."

Anyone wishing to attend can visit www.artinthepen.org.uk for more information and to book tickets.

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