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Capture our region: Photography and film callout

Callout for photos and short films that reflect the cultural identity of the West of England

As part of the Citizens Assembly for Culture project we are inviting arts & cultural organisations to contribute photographs to be part of the public campaign for the planned 2025 Assembly.

We’re seeking photos and videos that reflect the unique cultural identity of the West of England Combined Authority (WECA) regions—Bristol, Bath and North East Somerset, and South Gloucestershire—highlighting both perceptions and the realities of these areas.

What is Citizens for Culture?
In 2025, Trinity Community Arts, St Pauls Carnival CICCitizens in Power and the West of England Combined Authority will collaborate to launch the first regional Citizens’ Assembly for Culture.

This bold new approach to cultural engagement will bring together citizens – people living, working or staying across the West of England – to explore how creative opportunities can be inclusive and accessible for everyone in the region.

What we’d like from you
We are aiming to collate 10 powerful images and short film content that reflect both the perception and reality of the region, with a focus on cultural identity, diversity, and community dynamics. These images and video content will used to create a short film to promote Citizens for Culture. Please see here for an example.

All entries will be collated into an online gallery.

Submission Guidelines
We are particularly interested in images and video that:

  • Align with or challenge the key demographic and cultural characteristics of the region.
  • Reflect regional cultural identity through the lens of different communities.
  • Explore contrasts between how the region is perceived and its reality.

Examples could include:

  • Photos of Bristol’s youthful, diverse population and vibrant creative sector, or imagery that challenges these perceptions.
  • Images from Bath and North East Somerset that reflect its older demographic and affluence, or perspectives that counter this narrative.
  • Visuals from South Gloucestershire showcasing its cultural industry, or alternate views that highlight hidden aspects of the region.

How to submit
Please send your photos that align with these themes to contact@citizensforculture.info. We recommend using WeTransfer if the file is too large to attach to the email. Submissions should be in high resolution (300 DPI minimum) and include a brief description of the image and how it reflects or counters perceptions of the region. Please include any credits.

Help us shape a visual story that captures the complexity of cultural identity in the West of England.

Deadline for submissions: 01 Mar 2025

We look forward to seeing your images and video

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