Absolutely Cultured has been working with local partners and residents in The Shires to make positive changes to their neighbourhood. This social action project is part of a series that have been taking place since 2018 that use creative approaches to respond to what local people told us matter to them most.

Gipsyville Library events

Absolutely Cultured hosts drop-in coffee and chat sessions every Wednesday 10am-12pm. We also put on creative workshops at Gipsyville Library, every Saturday from 10am-12pm.

The residents from these workshops worked with artist Andy Pea to imagine what the local area might look like in the year 2050. They displayed these artworks on lamp posts as part of the HU4 Gallery exhibition in May 2022.

Imagination Alley

Imagination Alley is a mural spanning 120 metres and is part of a social action project which will also involve improvements to pocket spaces that are frequently fly-tipped. 

The mural design was created and led on by Andy Pea, who had help from volunteers and residents of all ages, coming together to contribute on various open paint days. The hope is that this colourful backdrop will now provide inspiration for the younger generation and encourage them to use their imagination for play.