Sarah Gibson, chief executive of Plymouth Waterfront Partnership, said the area was “really experiencing the Beryl Cook effect”.
“It’s incredible,” she said. “It’s so important that we celebrate our culture and you know Beryl Cook as an artist is absolutely part and parcel of this culture.
“We’re putting these statues out and people are really enjoying coming out and having a look at them.”
Gibson said selfie pictures taken with the statues were being shared far and wide on social media, putting the focus on Plymouth.
“When you see the statues, you can’t help but want to have your photograph taken with them and enjoy them. I think they bring out Beryl’s personality. They are colourful and vibrant and great fun.”
The Fish and Hips sculpture shows two people eating a rather realistic looking portion of fish and chips, while taking in the views from the Hoe.
“We’ve had some people actually try to take some of those chips. But it’s a bit of fun, it’s joyous and it’s adding colour and vibrancy to an already vibrant place,” Gibson said.
