TIME-lapse footage has captured the creation of the sea-life mural that has been painted in Poole being unveiled.

The sea-life artwork has been painted in Poole High Street, to celebrate marine biologist Philip Henry Gosse.

He grew up and explored the sea-life around the town's harbour in the 1800s, creating scale drawings of his finds.

His drawings were recreated in a mural by local artists Rick Walker and Sandra Ramos, who worked on the project over the course of four days.

Gosse came up with the word "aquarium" and created the first glass public aquarium in Regent's Park in London, in 1853.

Councillor Philip Broadhead, BCP Council deputy leader and cabinet member for regeneration, said: “We are delighted with this vibrant new art mural painted by the talented Paintshop Studio which makes the area so much more attractive for residents, businesses and visitors alike.

"It is a wonderful addition to the High Street and another example of our transformative plans taking place.”

The mural was planned as part of the Cultural Programme for the Poole High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) with the production of a piece of public art to highlight one of the shared heritage stories.

Jacqui Rock, Poole BID Lead said “This has been an exciting project to work on because not only are we bringing accessible art to the high-street, but I am also happy to see that we are working with one of our local businesses from Poole Town.

"The finished piece will also demonstrate the wonderful heritage that Poole has to offer, which will be reflected in the artwork for many years to come.”