For the last month striking Gothic black roses have popped up in and around Notting Hill taped to street lamps, parking ticket machines and random bollards around the neighbourhood.

No one can tell me what the beautiful yet sombre street art represents and I’m hopeful it won’t be a pseudo-viral marketing plug.  For now we’re enjoying these curious if slightly macabre –often vandalised – blooms and would love to know the back story. Get in touch if you’ve information or additional pictures to share.

Black Rose by Colville School as seen by DVK