Homeless women's Art exhibition reflects their view of London

1 November 2007

The Marylebone Project Day Centre part of London's largest women only hostel brings you 'Your Place in London' an Art exhibition on the 3rd November 2007 in St Pancras Church, London, funded by Westminster Arts. This is an exhibition with a difference, an exhibition which will display the work of ten women who came to the Marylebone Day centre for many different reasons. Some were sleeping rough on the streets, others were experiencing problems with their housing and needed advice, and some have mental health issues whilst some are living in the community and simply feel isolated and want a space in which they meet other women, somewhere they can feel they belong.

The women of Church Army's Marylebone Project have come together to express their identity, and pleasure, sadness and love through art. This exhibition will show the diversity of cultural backgrounds and experience of the group, art that everyone can easily relate to. The women's art work shows their personal views and perceptions of London. In creating the work for the exhibition, the women explored what they liked and didn't' like about the city, as well as their wishes and dreams connected to it.

"Working towards the exhibition has been a great motivation for the women; giving them a sense of pride in their ability and creativity. The process they have been through has challenged both their perception of themselves and what they can achieve-the results of which are truly amazing" says Maria Hagi-Pavli the projects Day Centre Manager.

The exhibition runs from Saturday 3th to Monday 5th November at 12noon- 5pm and features painting, drawing, mono printing, collage and sculptures. It has been made possible by the generous support of Westminster Arts.