Spaghetti Arms

Spaghetti Arms is a striking contemporary mural located on Union Street in Belfast, created by artist Emic. It features two elongated arms made of tangled spaghetti reaching out to embrace, rendered in vibrant colours against a dark background. Painted as part of the Hit the North street art festival, the mural symbolises human connection, emotional entanglement, and the messy beauty of relationships. Union Street, once overlooked, has become a hub for creative expression and regeneration, with Spaghetti Arms standing out as a playful yet poignant piece in the growing tapestry of Belfast's post-conflict street art scene. Unlike traditional political murals, this work reflects the city’s shift toward inclusive, community-focused art. Its location in the LGBTQ friendly Cathedral Quarter also resonates with broader themes of love and identity. Emic’s mural invites viewers to find meaning in chaos, offering a hopeful vision rooted in creativity and shared experience.