I’ve lived in London most of my life and was always looking for that elusive community spirit; I’ve genuinely found it in Crystal Palace. As a local creative business owner myself I strongly believe in the importance of creativity in community. The open house embodies that and I love coordinating the event and highlighting the talent we have on our doorstep.

Words & Pictures Ltd has been a staple in Crystal Palace since 1981. I joined the company in 1995, dedicating nearly 30 years to working in the Triangle and the last five years living here as well. My passion for community involvement runs deep—I’ve supported the CP Festival and have been a part of the Artist Open House from its inception. I relish the vibrant atmosphere, the lively buzz, and the opportunity to explore and connect with all the incredible art and artists.

I am an Artisan and am proud to have been working in The Triangle since the late 80s; initially at the Artists Cooperative and now in Coopers Yard Studios which I founded in 1998.

 I also live in Crystal Palace and all three of my children have gone to school here.

 I am passionate about the vibrant creativity within our local community and have continually and consistently strived to help nurture it and encourage it to flourish here

I’m a public relations specialist and freelance journalist based in Westwood Hill, a stones throw from the Palace. A local south London girl born and bred - I am passionate about the area and community and fervently produce South East London Blog where I create cultural features and interviews on artists and creative thinkers. I happily run my own independent business, specialising in providing strategic public relations, marketing and business administration advice to independent and creative businesses. I’m excited to support the Artist Open House this year to bring what value I can to support this ever-evolving creative initiative.

I’m a painter, living and working in the Crystal Palace triangle since 2020 - but I've known and vistied Crystal Palace since 1990. My work explores themes and ideas of masculinity and sexual identity through retold myth and allegory.

Philip is also hosting and sponsoring Luka Gille, aka PinkWolf, to take part in the event.

I’m an artist with a studio in Cooper’s Yard where I have delighted in the open studios events over the last few years. Very happy to see behind the scenes on this year’s Open House!

Ninety Degrees