A new digital art and wellbeing trail across the North York Moors is putting student creativity in the spotlight.
The project, titled ‘Wander’, is a collaboration between the North York Moors National Park Authority and The Northern School of Art, and features 48 original artworks created by students at the college’s Hartlepool campus.
Visitors can access the pieces by scanning QR codes placed at ten locations across the National Park, offering a different way to experience the landscape.
The artworks span a range of disciplines including animation, illustration, photography and textiles, with many designed to reflect themes of wellbeing and the calming effects of nature.
Matthew Burton, senior lecturer in illustration at the college, said: “We were delighted to have been invited to contribute to the digital art and wellbeing trail. Our students have contributed a wide range of creative skills to the project, producing work that reflects the beauty and atmosphere of the North York Moors.
“By combining artworks with themes of wellbeing, they’ve created immersive experiences that encourage people to pause, reflect and connect with nature in a meaningful way.
“It’s been a fantastic opportunity for our emerging artists to engage with the stunning North Yorkshire landscape and share their creativity in such a positive way with visitors.”
Student Orion Joszki added: “The environment is really important to me and I felt this opportunity was the perfect way for me to express that creatively. I was thrilled to have been chosen to be part of something that aims to highlight the beauty of the natural world and connect people to what’s around them.”
Other contributors include Jasper Gray, Queenie, Kirsty Greer and Bern Horsley-Ling, whose work ranges from coastal-inspired illustration to animated storytelling.
Sophie Lyth, arts, events and wellbeing manager at the National Park Centre, said: “Wander opens up the landscapes and creativity of the North York Moors National Park to all, including audiences who might not usually visit galleries or traditional art spaces.
“The ten QR codes are located in popular and easily accessible locations, and all of the artworks can be viewed online, so people can enjoy them even if they can’t visit every site.
“Working in collaboration with these students has brought a fresh and inspiring perspective to the National Park, showing how art and the landscape can be experienced in new and inclusive ways.”
A map of the trail locations and further details are available on the National Park’s website.
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