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The Big Picture Fest

intouch Magazine
Sep 1, 2022
1 min read

> 30 SEPTEMBER–SUNDAY 2 OCTOBER

Watch Newcastle’s streets come to life! Spread across 20 prominent sites in the city, the festival will include a massive Opening Night party, exhibition, artist talks, workshops, graffiti jams, walking and cycling trails, and more.

Known for its unique offering of being able to see artists painting in real time on largescale buildings, The Big Picture Fest celebrates innovative creative thinking and artistic methods, including the use of new technologies to promote, experience and understand public art.

There's no need to book, simply wander the city and see artworks created right before your eyes in this free, family friendly community event. For more information visit www.thebigpicturefest.com

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