Royal Docks Originals
Docks Open Art Series: Royal Reflections & Sweet Hope
Chila Burman's iconic life size neon tiger sculpture forms the centrepiece of this vibrant neon installation.
Situated between the IFS Cable Car and City Hall, the kiosk is adorned with three vibrant LED neons reflecting themes of transformation, decolonisation and ice cream factories that used to be at the docks. The other side of the kiosk features a large wave collage in Chila’s renowned punk Punjabi aesthetic. The mural depicts objects inspired by students from the nearby Oasis Academy, thinking about their own relationship with home and belonging.
Perched on top of the kiosk sits Chila’s iconic, life size neon tiger sculpture, My Tiger Janu. Janu will be on display for a full year proudly facing City Hall.
The three-dimensional Tiger celebrates the artist’s heritage; Chila’s father’s ice cream van had a large Bengal tiger figurine attached to its roof.
Chila hopes this will become an emblem for strength, courage and bravery for Royal Docks’ diverse communities.
Also look out for Chila’s My Tuk Tuk installed at the Good Hotel nearby!
Curated by Hive Curates.
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For your visit
Art & Culture
Making Space: The People’s Plan
Large-scale artwork reproducing ‘The People’s Plan for the Royal Docks,’ a 1980s community-led project to oppose the airport.
Activities
London Royal Docks Open Water Swimming
Swim outside year round against the historic backdrop of Royal Victoria Dock. Safety tagging included.
Food & Drink
Al Masar
Hot and cold Lebanese mezze dishes on are on the menu here, alongside grilled meat. BYO, no cover charge.
