Art installation
Textile artwork
This textile artwork was created by Salford Slow Fashion.
It is a fusion of dress inspired by clothing traditionally worn by communities who worked in the Lancashire Mills. It aims to speak for the people that would not have always been represented in The Town Hall.
The fabric is constructed out of many individual elements, created with local groups reflecting the rich history of Rochdale.
Making of the artwork
The designs within the fabric symbolise different historical and current topics, that reflect the lived experiences and sense of belonging of the groups we worked with.
With special thanks to BASA Community Group and the cared for children group run by Rochdale Youth Service.
Detail from the finished artwork piece.
Details from the skirt and apron.
Details from the top.
Detail of the sleeves with pompoms.
The apron fabric uses collages one of the groups created.