Art used to be made in the name of faith. We made cathedrals, we made stained-glass windows, we made murals.

I was great mates with Muttiah Muralitharan, dating back to the days when we both played together at Lancashire.

Everyone lies to themselves, but many people do it with good intentions. They want to believe what they tell themselves, it is oftentimes the best possible version of reality for them. Although it may not be accurate, it is a mural of their desires, aspirations, optimism and passion. These people usually either need time or a new experience to discover the truth. People who lie to themselves for different reasons are oftentimes trying to avoid something or escape blame for things they have done.

Las razas desaparecen, los pueblos se levantan y se borran, los imperios se suceden y la gloria huye como una sombra. Pero seguid alzando vuestras murallas blancas sobre la ribera al pie de las monta?as rojas...

The murals in restaurants are on par with the food in museums.

Murals in restaurants are on a par with the food in museums.