Junction Arts

This banner features the smiles of 100 women, who were chosen because of their significance to the group. They range from international household names to ‘ordinary’, local women: fictional and real; historical and contemporary; mothers, sisters and daughters; writers, actresses and comedians; scientists, astronauts and adventurers; politicians, campaigners and activists; sportswomen, designers and artists.

The group worked collaboratively in collecting the ‘smiles’ and in the creation of the lettering. The group were asked to think carefully about who should be on the banner and to have fun creating it. Through the banner, the group want to celebrate the lives of these women, whilst also giving advice to their contemporaries.

“Beginning to end – enjoyment, sheer enjoyment. It was something to look forward to and the march in London was the icing on the cake.”
Janet Downing, workshop participant.

Junction Arts works with communities to deliver magical and memorable art experiences. As a place-based charity, they create work with people to improve well-being and inspire change. Their festivals, workshops and events offer the chance for people to be creative, learn new skills and build stronger communities.