The Power of Morphing Communication

Project Title: the power of morphing communication

Date: May 2023

Location: South Bank, London – Wild in Art: The Morph Art Trail

Project Summary:

In 2023, Clarke Reynolds—known as the world’s leading Braille artist—reimagined the beloved British animation icon Morph into a bold, life-sized sculpture that embodied his own identity and ethos. Commissioned as part of the Wild in Art public trail celebrating creativity and nostalgia, this Morph wasn’t just a character—it was a statement.

Clarke transformed Morph into his own avatar: decked out in a striking yellow suit covered in bold black Braille dots, sunglasses, and a symbolic white cane. The piece powerfully merged accessibility, representation, and joy. The Braille spelled out empowering phrases and words, including VIP – reframed here as “Visually Impaired Person”, reclaiming visibility for blind and partially sighted children.

Concept & Message:

Clarke’s Morph was more than a sculpture—it was a mirror for children who rarely see themselves represented in public art. The message was clear:

“You are seen. You are celebrated. You are VIP.”

Morph’s cheerful stance, smart outfit, and cane celebrated individuality, confidence, and disability pride. By incorporating Braille as a dominant design feature, Clarke challenged public perception of blindness—not as a limitation, but as a creative language of identity.

Materials & Features:

Fibreglass sculpture base (standard Morph form)
High-gloss yellow and black paintwork
Over 100 raised black Braille dots hand-applied
A sculpted white cane added to Morph’s arm for authenticity
Character’s glasses and posture matched Clarke’s personal style
Fully tactile and accessible to visually impaired audiences

Impact:

Unveiled along London’s vibrant South Bank, the Morph sculpture stood tall as part of a larger trail that drew thousands of visitors over the summer. Clarke’s piece became one of the most photographed and talked-about in the series—praised for its bold design, meaningful message, and educational value.

The sculpture was auctioned in support of Whizz-Kidz, a charity that provides mobility equipment and independence for young disabled people in the UK. It raised vital funds while continuing Clarke’s personal mission to make art inclusive, interactive, and empowering.

Legacy:

VIP Morph didn’t just live in London—it lived in hearts. For visually impaired children and families, it became a beacon. For the public, it was an eye-opener. For art, it pushed boundaries of what accessibility looks and feels like.

As Clarke often says:

“Art is for everyone—especially those who can’t see it.”