A new anamorphic mural celebrating the life and legacy of Freddie Mercury has been unveiled at Wembley Park. The artwork, located on steps linking Wembley Stadium and the OVO Arena (formerly Wembley Arena), is designed to be viewed from a specific marked spot approximately 65 feet away.
The mural incorporates several elements reflecting Mercury's life and passions beyond his performances with Queen. Koi carp, depicted in orange and blue, are a nod to his fondness for Japan and the Japanese pond at his London home. Winged female figures are included, echoing the Virgo star sign motif that Mercury used on the Queen crest he designed.
Lyrics and quotations from the iconic frontman run up the steps. The piece was commissioned and curated by Claudio Giambrone for Wembley Park, aiming to create a space for fans to gather and remember Mercury.
"Freddie Mercury's relationship with Wembley goes far beyond a single famous performance," Giambrone stated. "We wanted to create something that gives fans a new place in Wembley where they can come together and remember him."
Artist Frank Styles, who created the mural, noted Mercury's own background as a graphic designer. "As a trained graphic designer himself, Freddie was very aware and precise about the visual feel and so I have endeavoured to follow his ethos in the conscious creation of this mural," Styles said.
Queen played 10 shows at the venue, then known as the Empire Pool, between 1978 and 1984. Mercury also performed with the band at Live Aid in Wembley Stadium in July 1985, followed by two sold-out concerts at the stadium the next summer.
The mural is free to view at any time and is scheduled to remain in place until December 2026.