Changing Johannesburg: How Public Art is Making City Spaces Better.


Changing Johannesburg: How Public Art is Making City Spaces Better.

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Changing Johannesburg: How Public Art is Making City Spaces Better.

James Delaney makes big metal sculptures for parks in Johannesburg, South Africa. He wants his art to make the parks happy places where people feel safe.

Johannesburg is a big city with a lot of crime. Delaney hopes his art will encourage people to use the parks and feel safer.

The Wilds is one park where Delaney put his sculptures. It is near both wealthy and poor neighborhoods.

People like to come to The Wilds to see the sculptures and enjoy the park. Some people say Johannesburg's parks are not safe, but others disagree.

Delaney wants everyone to feel welcome in the parks. He believes that art can bring people together and make the city a better place.


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What does James Delaney make?

He makes big metal sculptures.

Where is The Wilds park located?

It is in Johannesburg, South Africa.

What does Delaney hope his art will do?

He hopes it will encourage people to use the parks and feel safer.


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