First arts festival is a massive hit for town

Crowds flock to Paisley to see stars at extravaganza

- EXPRESS REPORTER

Spectacle Aerial artists performed on two giant swings

Brilliant Buddies were celebrated as the first Paisley Arts Festival was declared a hit.

Themed on The Sound of Paisley, the three-day event attracted hundreds of people to the town last weekend.

It saw Trainspotting creator Irvine Welsh lead a celebration of the life and legacy of globally-renowned Paisley-born fashion designer, artist and DJ Pam Hogg.

Broadcaster Vic Galloway was joined on stage by major names in Scottish music as he celebrated the town's rich musical story.

A family fun day saw children reach for the skies on giant swings, dance, and learn more about Paisley's remarkable past.

And the Town Hall was transformed into a brilliant canvas of colour and movement as part of an eye-catching lights installation by digital artist Katie Robinson and her projection, The Paisley Sound: Radical.

Audiences and artists were clearly impressed by all that they saw and heard.

Michelle Woods, head of major events at festival organisers OneRen, said: "As far as opening festivals go, this was quite something.