We want to capture this moment in time and show what makes Aslackby such a special place to be.
Throughout history, people have used art to commemorate events and the world around them. From cave paintings to the Bayeux Tapestry, to the lockdown rainbows, art gives us a window into a time gone by.
Between 1959 and 1983, the vicar of Aslackby, Kenneth Street, recorded life in the village in poetry and pictures.
Everyday sights and sounds were his theme – the church, the river, people and wildlife ‘from the forest to the fen’.
Kenneth Street recorded a time now lost. Soon, the Aslackby of today will also be just a memory.
Which is why as part of the ‘bringing history to life’ National Heritage Lottery Fund initiative, we want to create a projected artwork of photographs of everyday sights of Aslackby Village today.
We would like to express our gratitude to the Natural Heritage Lottery Fund for their generous support in enabling us to mend the church roof, preserving such an important part of our village heritage.
The projected artwork will be shown on HERITAGE OPEN DAY on Sunday 15th September, alongside a new book of Kenneth Street’s poems.
We need your help…
Using the form below, please share your pictures of Aslackby Village with us to be included in the projection.
This isn’t about having an elaborate camera. You may already have photographs on your phone that capture how you feel about the village in a way that is unique to you.
The categories:
- The Village
- Forest, field and fen
- The church
- The river
- Wildlife
You may submit up to 4 photos in each category. All photos must be original work (not copied or downloaded).
What you need to know…
By entering, you agree that your photos can be used in the projected artwork.
Photographs can be submitted using the form below.
If you are school age, please add your age in the comments section below.
We will use your email to keep you updated regarding how your pictures will be used.
The closing date is on Sunday 19th May.
You don’t need to live in Aslackby to enter – anyone who loves being in Aslackby is invited to enter.