Northern Ireland's artists are being called on to help brighten up Belfast's main roads.
The city's council is trying to improve the look of the city through its "Renewing The Routes" urban regeneration programme.
It aims to create attractive new public art landmarks, including murals and sculptures, along the city's arterial routes.
Councillor Bernie Kelly, of Belfast City Council's arts sub-committee, said the council is creating a number of opportunities for artists to get involved in new public and community arts projects throughout the city.
"These projects will be on a variety of scales and budgets: many of the art works required will be permanent, while some sites will need works that are more temporary in nature.
"We want to get local people involved with local artists, designers and developers to shape their environment and apply a strong artistic vision to these urban regeneration projects," she said.
I just hope they produce something better than those silhouettes that are stuck on the bridge near York Street railway station
Maybe they could take a leaf out of Edinburgh's book ...
Edinburgh will erupt into colour next month when 100 decorated life-sized model cows take to grazing along streets, parks and landmarks.
CowParade, which is billed as the world's biggest touring public art event, will run from 15 May to 23 July.
The fibreglass sculptures have been painted and decorated by local artists, celebrities and communities.
After the event, most of the herd will be auctioned off and 75% of the proceeds will go to charity.
The charity event first took place in Zurich eight years ago, with the cattle modelled on real Swiss cows.
Since then, more than 3,000 cows have featured in more than 30 cities all over the world.
See a selection of Edinburgh's cows
That's no way to talk about the fair ladies of Edinburgh :-)
