Image used to illustrate Programme report on Focus on Food
Photograph taken by Christopher Denvir, Project Archivist
Locky Morris worked with architect Michael Hegarty on the creation of a series of public spaces within the redevelopment of the Gasyard Centre, a multifunctional neighbourhood facility in the Bogside are of Derry, Northern Ireland. Both artist and architect live in the city and share an interest in ideas of belonging and shared history. With experience in navigating a highly complex landscape, literally and metaphorically, they worked closely with community activists in developing an overall visual identity for the centre along with designs for a reception area, community café, circulation routes and a history centre.The project was completed in 2004. Client: Gasyard Development Trust. Award value £8,550.
Won The Elmwood Attachment Award of £2500 in the 'Graphics' section. Worked with Elmwood for fourteen weeks.
Won The Drapers' Company Travel Award of £250 in the 'Fashion Fabrics' section. Travelled to Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand and America for five months.
Won a British Airways Flight and Travel Award, The Design Management Institute's Peter Gorb Travel Award, Design Council Travel Award worth £2500/ £500/ £300 in the 'Design Management' section. Travelled to Tokyo, Hong Kong and Singaproe.