What
we
do
Creative Health
Programmes
A Common
London Story
In North Westminster, we set out to celebrate community voices and shared histories through creativity. Our journey began with a series of workshops, where local young people explored the heritage and changing landscape of Church Street Market and the Grand Union Canal. Their perspectives came to life in two exhibitions—first in May 2024 as part of our Church Street Stories showcase, and later in August 2024 with A Common London Story at Grand Junction. These exhibitions captured the richness of the area’s past and present, seen through the eyes of the next generation.
Timeline
October 2023
Our journey began with six poetry workshops about Edgware Road.
March 2024
We hosted our first three photography workshops at Church Street Market.
May 2024
We showcased the Church Street project through a community and digital exhibition.
June 2024
August 2024
Two additional photography sessions took place in Maida Vale.
We held our first public exhibition at Grand Junction.
2025
Timeline
October 2023
We hosted our first three photography workshops at Church Street Market.
May 2024
Two additional photography sessions took place in Maida Vale.
August 2024
Our journey began with six poetry workshops about Edgware Road.
March 2024
We showcased the Church Street project through a community and digital exhibition.
June 2024
We held our first public exhibition at Grand Junction.
2025
Highlights
from our exhibition
Captured an impressive 1,800 images during our walks
Each photo represents a unique glimpse into how our younger generation views their surroundings
The exhibited images were carefully chosen to best represent their collective vision within this space
Through this project, we've not only documented our local heritage but also promoted health and environmental awareness and reflected on the evolving narrative of our neighbourhood.
Our
participants
Young Artist’s: Aahil, Aleena, Amanda, Amelia, Angela, Anis, Binuk, Devika, Dima, Erica-Jane, Eva, James, Mahdi, Marie Antoinette, Maya, Melody, Mila, Mohammed, Noah, Sarah, and Zaina.
Creative Team
Amina Atiq: Poet
Ana Cristina Bueno: Support Worker
Natalie Clarke: Producer
Mariam Fadahunsi: Marketing Assistant
Teresa Ferreira: Exhibition Designer
Dayna Jeynes: Project Manager
Hannah Thomas: Artistic Director and CEO
Cj Swaby: Photographer and Workshop Facilitator
The outputs and
legacy
Creative Careers Work Booklet: Showcasing behind-the-scenes roles in the Creative Sector, suitable for 8 to 15-year-olds. Can be used as an independent activity or a facilitated session.
Poems: Two poems created during the project
Instagram Exhibition: Featuring work from Church Street
Main Exhibition: Displaying all the work created throughout the project.
Thank you
to our partners
We extend our gratitude to our funders who have made this project possible. Using money raised by National Lottery players, The National Lottery Heritage Fund has supported our efforts to connect people and communities with the UK's heritage.
This project was supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. We also sincerely thank Paddington Charities, Change X and Children in Need for their invaluable support.
The combined generosity of these organisations has enabled us to undertake this project. Their commitment to preserving heritage, supporting the arts, helping children and young people has been instrumental in the success of this initiative.
Feedback from
attendees
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“Amazing great exhibition and idea. Thank you.”
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“Brilliant Exhibition! Very talented artists - loved them all. Well done everyone!”
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“I like Mohammad’s photos, they're really pretty.”
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“I love seeing the world through their eyes and the immense passion in the poems.”
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“I loved the images which captured reflections whether in windows or water, reminding us of the young souls behind the camera. ”
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“Thoughtfully and beautifully displayed in a stunning venue.”
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