Setting The Scene

Welcome to Setting the Scene, a community-driven project that celebratres the creative voices and stories of Coundon and Witton Park.

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During Summer and Autumn 2024, artists Dominic Smith and Ronan Devlin worked in community spaces across Coundon and Witton Park uncovering a creative scene that celebrates local culture.  Activity included practical making, creating audio content, recording the sounds in the environment, making zines (self-made books) and capturing places through photography.

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Through audio, visual art and storytelling, Setting the Scene brings together the ideas and expressions of residents involved in the project, blending a proud heritage of the place with a thriving community spirit.  A community art newspaper was created and represents and records creative time working with people across Coundon and Witton Park.  Every spread in the newspaper shares words, images and sounds gathered as we invited people to explore the past, present, and future of the places they live.  The printed QR codes link to audio artworks, capturing the soundscape of the community to complement the visual work that was made and reflects many of the voices and everyday sounds encountered.  Setting the Scene created opportunities for connection and collaboration in fun, engaging ways. 

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We hope this project inspires ongoing efforts to amplify the voices of Coundon and Witton Park.  

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If you have any ideas about future projects or want to share work you are doing as an individual or group in the area, check out the information about how to add to The Northern Heartlands Creative Directory. 

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THANK YOU

to everyone involved and in particular, to

Coundon and Leeholme Welfare Hall and Witton Park Village Hall

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