Dundonians have been competing to finish their ‘bucket lists’, taking selfies with Oor Wullie all over the city.
Several people have already completed the 55-statue-long Oor Wullie Bucket Trail, despite it only arriving this week.
10-year-old Megan Reilly managed to find 54 of the statues by Monday, and raced to see the final statue, Amor Lucis, when it was unveiled late on Thursday evening.
In addition to the main trail, 35 mini Oor Wullie statues will go on display in the city’s libraries on Monday.
The statuettes were designed and painted by teachers and students at 29 schools.
Meanwhile, a petition has been launched urging all the installations to be kept for good.
The change.org request has been gaining traction online, with many people offering comments of support.
Stephen Rannoch, who started the campaign, said: “There seems to be a city wide agreement amongst the people of Dundee that the statues should be a permanent fixture.
“The simplicity and creativity is absolutely fantastic and the sculptures becoming a permanent fixture will really put Dundee on the map and do absolute wonders in the tourism sector.”
Sara Thomson commented: “I think they are great for Dundee. (They) inspire art, city travel and great links to Dundee’s past icons.”
John Gibb added: “It’s creating a lot of interest in the city and helps tourism.”
Lynne Young also supported the petition and said: “I love it! It’s been so good to see people out and excited and actually talking to each other.”
Michael Peoles added: “I think this is the best thing to happen in Dundee for everyone to enjoy for a long, long time.”
The statues will remain in place across the city until August 27, before being auctioned to raise funds for the Archie Foundation in September.
