CLOTHWORKS GLASGOW

With a belief that to be well you have to possess a sense of place and purpose, Clothworks Glasgow develops projects which work alongside people to create an environment that is positive and rooted in wellbeing. Recognising the power of making as a physical activity and a way of connecting people to themselves and their surroundings, they develop projects that aim to restore and create a place where we can fix and make things ourselves.


Image: Alis Le May working on Templeton Garment in her studio. Photo courtesy of Callum McLennan. 

Their upcoming free exhibition, Eastern Ground, celebrates and explores the rich architectural and cultural heritage of Glasgow's East End. Led by designer Alis Le May, the nine-month-long project culminates in an immersive exhibition featuring garments, photographs, and wall hangings, each inspired by the architecture and stories from local residents.


Image: Olymia Garment St Annes Garment. Photo courtesy of Gemma Dagger. 

Eastern Ground is born out of their larger, Eastern Ground Project, which consists of a series of workshops with young people from the East End of the city. It's hope is to connect young people to the heritage and creativity possible in this part of Glasgow. They will be encouraged to connect with historic buildings and the nature found in the area. Inspiration gathered from this experience is being taken into the Clothworks studio and used to learn textile design, sewing techniques, natural dying and print making. These workshops will be run by a range of practitioners who are specialists in their field.

Opening on 3 November until 12 November with an exclusive preview and celebration on 2 November 2023.

Find out more about the exhibition and book your ticket:
www.strangefield.org/event-details/eastern-ground-2023-11-03-12-00

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