Street artist who makes murals across the world brings art back home to Merseyside

Usually found traveling the globe, local artist Cal Medforth, better known as Caspian Grey, is bringing his talent back to his roots in Merseyside.

Cal Medforth, a 30-year-old muralist and painter from Formby, has left his artistic mark from Asia to America, but now, he’s set on sharing his skills with the local community through new commissions and murals.

Cal’s journey as an artist began early, studying art and design at the City of Liverpool College before graduating from Liverpool John Moores University with a degree in graphic design and illustration. But his passion for murals started even before that, at just 17-years-old.

“I never thought I’d end up traveling the world,” Cal said. “It all started by chance. I was a delivery driver and would draw between deliveries, which caught my boss’s attention. His friend was opening a restaurant in Formby and asked me to create a mural. That’s how it all began.”

Unsure of his direction after university, Cal decided to test his talents abroad, leading him to paint murals across America, Europe, Southeast Asia, and India, including commissions for private clients, local councils, and businesses.

Of all the places he’s painted, Cal holds India close to his heart. “There’s nowhere else like it,” he says. His favourite mural, however, is an interactive piece in Thailand, showing a giant phone where visitors can pose with it. “It’s my favorite because I had complete freedom to just go crazy,” he explains.

Known for his detailed portraits, depictions of Greek gods, and other figurative designs, Cal is open to a wide range of projects. Each mural is crafted uniquely for its space, and he loves collaborating with clients to make their vision come to life. “I’m very open to ideas. Every mural has its own purpose,” he says.

His works vary in size and complexity, with some taking days and others, like the Shenanigans mural in Liverpool, taking up to three weeks to complete. For Cal, the larger the canvas, the better. “I love doing public pieces and seeing people’s reactions. There’s so much more impact,” he shares.

In addition to murals, Cal creates canvases and works in various other mediums. His latest canvas, painted in India, is now available for purchase, offering art lovers the chance to own a piece of his vibrant world.

Returning to Merseyside, Cal aims to bring culture and vibrancy to local businesses, homes, and public spaces in Southport and surrounding areas.

He hopes to collaborate with local agents and galleries to showcase his work and dreams of brightening up businesses and homes with his unique style.

“If people aren’t fully sure what they want, that’s okay. I’m always up for a chat to explore ideas and see what we can create together,” Cal said.

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