About Us

Local is a creative practice specialising in place-based community engagement and cultural programming.

We engage communities through art, research, and creative action, supporting them to create positive change right on their doorsteps. We celebrate what makes a place unique while introducing fresh perspectives to shape spaces that are more connected, relevant, and sustainable.

Collaboration and participation are at the core of what we do, ensuring everyone has a voice in shaping their local environment through inclusive, ethical, and sustainable practices. With a flexible toolkit of creative research methods, we tailor each project to its community—whether through public art, cultural programming, or engagement initiatives, we always start with Local.

Alongside our core team, we collaborate with a growing network of artists, creative partners, and forward-thinkers to deliver ambitious projects both locally and globally. Together, we’re not afraid to ask tough questions or challenge current thinking.

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what we do

Action research. Public art. Coffee and creativity. Cultural programming. Art and conversation. Urban rooms. Empowering artists. Co-designing futures. Sustainability practice.
Psychogeography

We have a tried and tested toolkit, but we’re open minded! Every project is as bespoke as its place. So, whether it’s through public art, cultural programming or community engagement, we always start with local to unlock the potential of place.

Claire Tymon

Claire Tymon, Director of Local, has 20+ years in culture and regeneration. She leads Derbyshire projects like Glossop Creates. Strategic Advisor to Greater Manchester Culture, Fellow of the Institute of Place Management, Trustee of Mid Pennine Arts. Completing a PhD on creative placemaking's policy impact at Sheffield School of Architecture.

Caroline Hunter

Caroline, Derbyshire-born and with Local, has 19+ years’ experience in finance, administration, and leadership. She has managed acquisitions, developed systems to improve operations, and thrives in fast-paced environments. Skilled in budgeting, financial analysis, and collaboration, Caroline mentors teams and fosters a supportive culture to deliver sustainable results.

Richard Tymon

Richard, based in Glossop, has 10+ years’ experience in photography and videography for clients like Factory International and British Council. A first-class graduate in Photographic Media, he excels in portraits, public engagement, and client-focused work, with features in the New York Times, Guardian, and BBC News.

Our team