A new community art exhibition titled 'Ley Lines' has launched at SPACE Ilford Gallery in East London. The exhibition features 3D-printed and scanned artworks created by local Redbridge residents during a series of workshops led by artist Tadhg Charles. The interactive installation is designed to be tactile and accessible, with works displayed at various heights and formats to engage a wide audience, including children and people with disabilities.
The exhibition matters as a model for participatory, community-driven art that blends personal storytelling with digital technology. It employs methodologies like Participatory Action Research (PAR) to position residents as co-creators, building a shared creative archive focused on the 'infraordinary' details of local life. The project emphasizes accessibility and sensory engagement, aiming to make gallery experiences inclusive for those who may not typically visit such spaces.