Threads of carnival
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Collage your own carnival artworks.
Britain’s carnivals have been captured in thread in this pair of tapestries designed by Paula Ogun Hector with artwork by Henry Obasi.
Combining West African traditions, Caribbean masquerade and music imported by the Windrush generation, the works show how carnival combines culture, builds belonging, fuses generations and ignites resistance. Viewers are invited to look closely at these living woven archives as we celebrate Notting Hill Carnival's 60th anniversary.
Create your own vibrant carnival collage using the same images woven into Paula’s carnival creations. Mix textures, colours and shapes to build your own mini‑masquerade scene – inspired by steelpan, costumes, dance and the spirit of celebration.
These works were embroidered by Jacky Puzey Ltd and Claudine Eccleston’s Hastings team, and woven by Bristol’s Dash & Miller. Created with kind funding from Arts Council England and the MHCLG’s Windrush Day fund.
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