Join us at granton:hub for ’Rooted in Community: Artistic Expressions from North Edinburgh and Wester Hailes’, an exhibition showcasing the work of local artists as part of Create Community Wealth – a collaborative community wealth-building project, delivered in partnership between WHALE Arts, North Edinburgh Arts, SCOREscotland and Passion4Fusion, that aims to support local people living in North Edinburgh and Wester Hailes to explore their creative and enterprising ideas, to tackle social exclusion and improve wellbeing and local economic prospects through creativity.

The exhibition, ‘Rooted in Community’, is a celebration of community and diversity, highlighting the unique experiences and diverse cultures of people living in North Edinburgh and Wester Hailes. Through their work, the artists explore themes such as community, identity, grief, and mental health, inviting us to reflect on our own experiences and engage with the world around us. From colourful paintings to representative photography, sculpture, portraits, and pencil drawings, we invite you to take a journey through the works on display, each one telling a different story about life in North Edinburgh and Wester Hailes. Through their art, these talented individuals demonstrate the power of community and the importance of self-expression.

For many of the artists featured, this is their first exhibition, and the Create Community Wealth team are delighted to support them in showcasing their work publicly. The exhibition is a testament to the importance and power of community, providing a platform for emerging artists to showcase their talent and connect with a wider audience. As we come together to celebrate the creativity and diversity of our community, we hope that this exhibition will inspire us to continue to support and uplift one another, as we work towards building a more inclusive and equitable society.

Cover image above features the following artwork (from left):

1. Mixed media print by Ema-Sayuru Nyx

2. Portrait, graphite on paper by Moses George

3. Moon Series – Photographic print by Henri Van der Elst

Opening event: Friday 28th April 6pm – 9pm

Exhibition: Saturday 29th – Sunday 30th 11am – 6pm (daily)

Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rooted-in-community-exhibition-opening-tickets-615596243937?fbclid=IwAR1haIvYwcQqnOMLrLEtM9FqL5LnKqVa55WquJXMgKaHJZSQoNXttWOFBRU