G37 COMMISSIONS
In 2021, Gallery37 North transformed areas in North Birmingham with commissioned artists and arts-led organisations, delivering public art projects and engaging with local communities from January to October. Saathi House worked with a range of local partners and artists/arts organisations to display £100k worth of artworks across the public realm, from high streets and shopping centres to waterways and parks.
This commission programme also launched our three-year Gallery37 North (G37N) arts residency programme for young people.
| MURAL |
SAATHI HOUSE
International artist Katy O unveiled an incredibly stunning mural outside Saathi House, which she has produced while working closely with Saathi House members and local residents. The mural celebrates the many people who use the community hub, highlighting the vibrancy and diversity of our collective unity.
| DOWNLOW |
NORTH BIRMINGHAM
A Lozells-based programme bridged multiple locations through participatory creative activities and social action. This project kickstarted the creation of up to twenty new public artworks.
| LIGHT NIGHT |
BIRCHFIELD
A visual artist created three to four light-based, highly visual, LED, neon, or projection installations celebrating the heritage and cultural diversity of the Birchfield local area.
REMASTERING MOTHERS |
ERDINGTON
An experienced artist created a sculpture to celebrate the music and legacy of Erdington’s “Mothers” music venue during the 1960s-70s.
| ROAMING DANCE |
NORTH BIRMINGHAM
Hip-Hop dancers showcased an innovative concept/event at the Birmingham International Dance Festival 2021.
| WANDER WATER |
PERRY BARR
Female artists responded to the female experience of walking local canals, providing the opportunity to change perceptions and increase footfall along Birmingham’s canals, promoting health and wellbeing.
