So Deep In Luve Am I mural in Mauchline marks completion
A striking new mural celebrating Mauchline’s cultural heritage and its enduring connection to Robert Burns has now been completed in the village.
The 'So Deep In Luve Am I' mural is based on a modern interpretation of Robert Burns and his wife Jean Armour, with Robert reading from a published edition while Jean sits alongside him, sharing the moment.
Internationally renowned artist James Klinge was appointed to install the mural which is located on the gable wall of the Castle Café at 3 Kilmarnock Road, Mauchline, KA5 5BD, within the courtyard facing the Burns House Museum and Library.
The mural was installed in October as part of wider regeneration through the Mauchline Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme (CARS).
The scheme, funded by Historic Environment Scotland and East Ayrshire Council, provides property owners within the Mauchline Conservation Area with the opportunity to apply for grant funding for building repairs, re-instatement of architectural detail and shop front improvements.
Councillor Graham Barton, Cabinet Member for Planning, Property and Environment said:
“James Klinge’s mural for Mauchline is a brilliant new addition to the village.
“I’m particularly proud of Mauchline CARS’ efforts to support the wider community-led regeneration, and their collaboration with communities and stakeholders on this particular project.
“I encourage everyone, whether you live in Mauchline or not, to visit the mural which really brings the words of his famous love poem to life through public art."
When speaking of his inspiration for the mural, artist James Klinge said:
"Scottish people have an undeniable connection to Robert Burns, and this may be even more so for those from Ayrshire. And whether we remain in Scotland or travel or move overseas, his words remain within us, acting as a bridge to bringing us home. This has been felt over generations and without question will continue to be so. The mural shows a modern couple intimately sitting together reading Burns with a romanticism expressed in his poems as well as referencing his legacy continuing on through generations."
Find out more about the mural:
So Deep In Luve Am I Mural · East Ayrshire Council