The Shrouded in Silence project was created to address the sensitive topic of death using empathy and creativity. It features artwork, talks, films,
workshops and a podcast.
The project embraces the depth of our shared humanity, delving into the intricate tapestry of emotions and experiences that shape our existence.
The resources provide insight into the project and can be used to support
conversations around death, dying, and grief.
EXHIBITION FILM
Meet professionals from the end-of-life sector and learn how to make conscious choices that positively impact the environment.
In conversation with the artists who contributed to the Shrouded in Silence exhibition.
PODCAST
Join us on our West Horsley Place estate tour, led by Head Gardener Matt Link. Throughout the tour, Matt offers valuable insights into the estate's day-to-day operations, highlighting the team's efforts in maintaining the historic landscape while prioritising sustainability and biodiversity.
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Look through the gallery of pictures (below) which accompanies the podcast and click on the map to see the route we took >>>>>>
ARTISTS' PROCESS FILM
A behind-the-scenes look at artists Mary Branson, Karl Newman, Annalees Lim and Luna Russell in their studios as they create their artworks for the Shrouded in Silence exhibition.
STUDENT FILM
Elodie Davies delves into the potential of addressing challenging subjects through filmmaking and provides insight into the process of becoming a filmmaker.
Filmed by the artists.
MEADOW SOUNDSCAPE
Listen to the 20-minute Meadow Soundscape by Miles Russell, which accompanied the Shrouded in Silence exhibition.
photography by
MEET OUR DOCUMENTARY EXPERTS
In order of appearance
SIMON FERRAR
JUDITH DANDY
THE BRIGITTE TRUST
ADRIAN PINK
KATE TYM & KATE DYER
IAN PARSONS
HELEN NOBLE
ADEEL HUSSAIN
MUHAMMAD HABIB
IMAM NAVEED ARIF
HAMID MASUD & SAIF MASUD
CLAIRE BROWN
KRISTA HUGHES
JON WHITEHEAD
Meet Jon from the Nonsuch Voles. With his team of volunteers, they created our beautiful bier, which gently carried the coffin filled with paper scrolls through Clandon Wood meadow.
EXHIBITION
Whistlestop Arts collaborated with artists Mary Branson, Karl Newman, and Miles Russell, as well as Tristen Hennigs, Gladrags, Riverhouse Barn Creative stitchers and writers, and the wider community to showcase a new collection of artworks to spark conversations and promote creativity.
The exhibition travelled to four beautiful venues across Surrey between February and June 2024.
RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON-ON-THAMES
THE HORTON, EPSOM
Photos by Emma Brown Photography
