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artist AlecLDN creates reclaimed masterpiece

Croydon Vineyard is an organisation offering free English lessons and practical support with housing, schooling and employment to anyone in need.

The mural, named Changes, was painted by local artist, and paint reuse champion AlecLdn. The artwork was was painted using repurposed paint sourced through the Community RePaint network.

AlecLDN has shared how the butterflies depicted in the mural represent the transformative power of a journey. He says;

“Butterflies travel great distances guided by instinct and hope. Human journeys are much the same, crossing borders, learning new languages, and transforming through courage, resilience, and community. Each wing represents movement, change, and the beauty of beginning again.”

He goes on to share how reusing the paint for his mural adds another layer of meaning to the piece;

“This artwork, created using repurposed paint, materials given a second life rather than being discarded. Just as the paint has been transformed and reused, the piece reflects the journeys of people who reshape their lives in new places. Transformation exists not only in the image of the butterfly but also in the materials themselves. Colours once overlooked become something vibrant, meaningful, and shared.”

If your organisation is looking to brighten a space, support a community project or bring an artistic vision to life sustainably, explore how repurposed paint could help.

To see other of AlecLDN’s reclaimed murals, find him on Instagram here.

Enfield’s Sustainable Mural Using 100% Preloved Paint

The large-scale artwork, spanning 180 degrees, was commissioned to celebrate sustainability, creativity and the community of Enflield. The staggering work can be found at Dugdale Art’s Centre: Enfield’s flagship Arts & Cultural hub.

Amazingly, the entire mural was completed for under £17. The initiative was supported by Enfield Council and other local organizations dedicated to environmental and cultural development.

The project was led by artist Alec Saunders, AKA Alecldn, who partnered with the North London Waste Authority, to exclusively use reclaimed paint sourced from Community RePaint East London at Forest Recycling Project, as well reusable paint collected by NLWA at their recycling centres – another member of the Community RePaint network.

When asked abut his experience using preloved paint, artist Alec Saunders is a self proclaimed reclaimed paint convert.

“I was initially unsure about using reclaimed paint, but I was bowled over by the quality. The coverage & opacity was excellent, the colors were vibrant, and the finish was just as good as brand-new paint.” He said.

When asked why he was so keen to be involved in the project, Alec replied; “Sustainability is one of my core values as an artist and it felt great knowing I was making an eco-friendly choice by reducing waste. I’ll be trying to use reclaimed paint in most of my work going forward and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a sustainable and high-quality option!”

In addition to painting the mural, Alecldn engaged with the local community through sustainability workshops, collaborating with residents and students from St. Anne’s school to shape the design. The themes of the mural reflect Enfield’s rich cultural heritage, incorporating elements of nature, community spirit, music, and the area’s manufacturing legacy.

As the Dugdale Arts Centre continues to serve as a hub for cultural expression, this mural serves as a great inspiration to all artists wanting to combine their creative out with sustainable materials. Our congratulations go to Alecldn and all the organisations involved in bring this inspiration project to life!

If you’re a artist looking for preloved paint or just needing paint to redecorate your home, you can search for your local Community RePaint branch here.