The Goldmine
Slim Safont
The Goldmine
in depth
Nieuw Gent is a neighborhood in Ghent that has been struggling with a bad reputation for some time. With the project 'The Goldmine' we counter this negative image by inviting talented artists to fill the space with art.
By applying quality murals we want to increase the quality of life and show that there is more to be found here. On the one hand, we want to give people from outside New Ghent a reason to visit. On the other hand, we bring color to the streetscape for the local residents. With the interventions we want to give the neighborhood something to be proud of.
The Spanish artist Slim Safont was inspired by some portraits, taken by a local photographer, of some local youth during the local neighborhood party. With this participatory element we wanted to create a link to the neighborhood.
Proceeds from Wallin's projects go towards funding this mission. The project was co-financed in collaboration with the City of Ghent and the department of Culture.
About the
Artist
"With my work I try to focus on situations in everyday life that may be more significant than others, that may be representative of a specific social aspect in each context." Nil Safont, better known as Slim Safont, was born in 1995 in Berga, Barcelona. At the age of twelve, he instinctively entered the world of urban art. He holds a degree in Fine Arts from the University of Barcelona. Currently working full time as a muralist and painter, his works can be found in various towns in Catalonia or Spain, but have also reached several cities in the United States, Italy, Belgium, Russia, France, Belarus and Kosovo, among others. making Slim Safont an internationally known artist.
Onze laatste
projecten.
Pheasant — Han Coussement
Inspired by the local landscape of Wevelgem, Han created a unique mural that reflects the character of the community.
Dreaming — Smates
With his latest mural, Smates tells the moving story of a boy and a girl connected through an invisible dialogue.
The Sun’s Farewell Ballet — Krimsone
Inspired by the wishes of the residents, Krimsone creates a mural that radiates tranquillity, colour and connectedness.
Plaza09 — a Squid Called Sebastian & Kiuw
New hypecourt in Ghent marks the opening of Plaza09, a brand new Safe Space zone in Keizerpark.
Clematis Armandi — Doa Oa
Doa Oa draws inspiration from Louis van Houtte’s botanical legacy for a new mural in Oud Gentbrugge.
Victoria Regiapark — Ciclope Art
Ciclope Art honors the botanical history of Gentbrugge with a striking mural in Victoria Regiapark.
Start your
Project
Do you have an office, kids room or a blank wall at home that could use a unique lick of paint? Or do you have a project in mind where graffiti and street art can be an added value? An event, promotional campaign or other creative ideas? We work everything out with you from start to finish!
Blogs
Abstract Session — How it all began
Abstract Sessions originated from a simple but bold question: what happens when you dedicate an entire wall to abstract art? Together with a diverse group of artists from across Europe, we brought colour, energy and experimentation together in a unique creative process.
Waarom kunst in de publieke ruimte?
Kunst in de publieke ruimte is een must. Het toont wie we zijn of willen zijn als stad, gemeente of dorp. Kunst kan verbinden, verbazen, maar ook tot discussie leiden. Het stemt tot nadenken en gesprek. En is dat niet het doel?
Street art: the street belongs to everyone
Street art has long ceased to be merely "anti" or a paragon of anarchy. Today, thanks in part to this art form, the idea that public space belongs to everyone is alive.