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Whose Art Whose Culture is a celebration of Salford’s vibrant communities through art and creativity!
In 2024, 22 local groups brought people together to challenge old ideas and traditional definitions around art. And to ask: Whose art? Whose culture?
Here you’ll find artefacts of their explorations; recipes, stories, photographs. Each one an outcome of creative evaluation and a piece of cultural legacy!
PROJECT ZINE
PROJECT ZINE
This special photography zine features all 22 Whose Art, Whose Culture projects. Discover the cultural spirit and stories of Salford's communities!
Click the image to view or download the zine.
RECIPES
RECIPES
Food is a powerful way to bring people together. It's a chance to share stories, support each other and care for the community. It feeds our soul and our friendships.
In this collection of recipe cards, we share some of the groups most treasured dishes.
Click any image to view and enjoy a recipe.
PONDU
PONDU
Pondu, also known as Saka-Saka, is a beloved dish in Africa.
GROCHÓWKA
GROCHÓWKA
Grochówka, a traditional Polish yellow split pea soup, is a hearty and flavourful dish deeply rooted in Polish culinary traditions.
YEMENI SPICED TEA
YEMENI SPICED TEA
Yemeni spiced tea, also known as shai adenni or shahi haleeb, is a cherished beverage in Yemeni culture.
FAHSA
FAHSA
This dish is not only a staple of Yemeni cuisine and a symbol of communal dining.
JOLLOF RICE
JOLLOF RICE
Nigerian Jollof rice is a delightful dish and one of the most popular dishes enjoyed across several West African nations.
FUMBWA
FUMBWA
Fumbwa is a traditional dish from Central African regions.
AUDIO STORIES
AUDIO STORIES
Hear from the communities in their own words with this collection of audio stories. Produced by local artist Vicky Clarke, with support from Salford Community Radio.
SALFORD LADS & GIRLS CLUB
SALFORD LADS & GIRLS CLUB
Salford Lads and Girls Club provides activities to local young people and the community. Now celebrating 120 years, the club is a unique treasure of working class social history. Hear the story of the iconic Smiths photo and delve into the archives as the lads take you on a tour around their club. You'll hear the voices of Leslie Holmes (Club Custodian and Project Manager), Brian Ball (Volunteer and former Secretary), Rose Gill (Manchester Music Tour Leader) and Dave Connell (Boxing Coach).
Click here to the listen to stories from Salford Lads and Girls Club.
TOGETHER FAMILY CENTRE
TOGETHER FAMILY CENTRE
Listen to voices from the Accapolla Polish Voice Choir as we visit their rehearsal session at the Together Family Trust. Hear from Katarzyna Przybylska about the centre's activities and sociocultural impact. And learn about the importance of this vital social space in keeping the Polish language alive.
Click here to listen to stories from the Together Family Centre.
TANDEM THEATRE
TANDEM THEATRE
Go behind the scenes with Tandem's youth group as they record 'Change the World'. Inspired by the history of protest and the Peterloo Massacre, the song was recorded at Blueprint Studios. In this story, you'll hear a collage combining the finished piece and young people's voices from their recording session. You'll also hear from Artistic Director, Francis Nutt.
HUMBUG ARTS
HUMBUG ARTS
Meet Hannah Brown from Humbug Arts as she introduces the organisation. Discover their community art garden and hear about the sorts of activities they do. Then listen to ambient voices from an afternoon wreath making session for adults. You’ll hear the group chatting against the sound of materials like buttons, scissors and twigs.
POSTERS
POSTERS
This special poster series celebrates all those involved in Whose Art, Whose Culture. Each poster shines a light on a specific organisation, but together they weave a vibrant cultural tapestry!
Look out for these posters popping up around Salford!
PROJECT CREDITS
PROJECT CREDITS
This project was made possible through the partnership between Salford CVS, Local and the commissioning partner, Salford Culture and Place Partnership. We extend our gratitude to the University of Salford and their talented design and photography students, Soloman Hashmi and David, for their invaluable contributions.
A heartfelt thank you goes to the 22 participating community groups and organisations who tirelessly deliver voluntary and creative services across Salford. We also acknowledge Salford Community Radio for their support with the audio stories. Lastly, we thank our exceptional creative team – Marilena Petrou, Vicky Clarke, Richard Tymon, and project producer Steven Dexter.
Together, we celebrate the uniqueness and diversity of cultures and communities through these artistic expressions.
Respecting Creative Work & Usage
The materials on this site are the intellectual property of Whose Art Whose Culture and contributing artists. They are intended for community use and respectful sharing only.
If you wish to use any materials for commercial purposes or outside of the intended community use, please contact us at hello@wearelocal.org.uk for permissions or collaboration inquiries.
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