Wellington Road (Jan 09)

A living art gallery unveiled in Bucknall New Road (January 2009)

A 'living art gallery' was unveiled in Bucknall New Road, Stoke-on-Trent, in January 2009. Stories and images from residents in the area were displayed as part of a community arts project. The 'gallery' was created by community arts organisation Glassball. Instead of buildings being boarded-up, pictures, stories, and mementos from the community were displayed on buildings. The project was funded by RENEW North Staffordshire, the Homes and Communities Agency and Beth Johnson Housing Association. Our picture shows pupils from nearby Waterside Primary School and St Luke's Primary School against the backdrop of the 'gallery'.

It looks absolutely brilliant, as good as a new house! It makes me feel proud to live here.
Jamie Walker, Middleport
I want to see the residents of this area having a voice and RENEW to take account of their views.
Steven Pritchard, Cobridge