If you took a stroll along Dover Way in Croxley before Valentine’s Day, you were in for a treat as the road sign was taken over by unicorns and Care Bears.
The colourful installation was the work of Sara Whitehead, who originally wanted to brighten up people’s lockdown walks during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Since an early installation of painted pebbles, Sara has been creating moments of joy for all passers-by.
Speaking to CROXLEYnews, Sarah said: “My son and I started to create a scene around the road sign during lockdown when we knew everyone would be out and walking around.
“At first, it was items we had lying around, but we keep coming up with ideas.”
A resident shared: “It is a lovely, uplifting art installation. She [Sarah] is a wonderful artist.”
Sarah added: “My son is autistic and it is good at getting him to join in and help him to understand there is a community. He sees, grows up with, and knows the neighbours.
“I’m really surprised by the reaction. People are pretty put out by bad news, weather and politics. The exhibition is a good way to meet people.”
Sarah only keeps the installations up for a short time, and is hoping to do another one for Easter.
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