Venessa Scott, also known as Vee, is an award-winning public artist, cultural leader and television presenter from the North of England.

 

Known for her vibrant, joyful and distinctive pattern-based murals, Venessa’s work can be found across walls, buildings and public spaces throughout the UK. She has designed and painted one of the UK’s tallest murals and is widely recognised for her contribution to the arts and cultural landscape of the North.

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Alongside her creative practice, Venessa is Chair of Wigan Cultural Partnership, helping to champion culture, creativity and community across the borough. She is also an Ambassador for The Pankhurst Centre and serves on the boards of a number of cultural organisations, bringing her experience as an artist, educator and community advocate to the wider cultural sector.

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Her impact has been recognised through her inclusion as a 'Greater Mancunian', celebrating people who have made a significant cultural and creative contribution to Manchester and the surrounding region.

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Venessa is also a familiar face on television, presenting art and creative content for children on CBBC, where she brings her energetic and accessible approach to a young audience. Alongside her television and public speaking work, she continues to lead SevenThreeOne, the custodial education organisation she co-founded with her sister in 2015, using creativity and education to support people in the criminal justice system.

 

Whether she is transforming a public space with colour, championing culture at a strategic level, inspiring children on screen or creating opportunities through education, Venessa’s work is united by a belief in the power of creativity to connect, inspire and create positive change.