Diverse Landscapes – Adina Lawrence

Wastelands artist development commission

Diverse Landscapes is a digital photography project by Adina Lawrence, examining heritage, identity, and connection to the outdoors in Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire.

Models were sourced via social media call-outs and personal networks. Each participant was invited to bring an outfit representing an aspect of their cultural heritage. Adina carefully colour-matched their clothing and skin tones to the surrounding environment, using natural light and minimal post-processing to create authentic, harmonious portraits.

The work was exhibited at The Old Body Shop, Hanley City Centre from September to November 2020, showcasing the diversity of local communities and their relationship with outdoor spaces.

2020, Artist Development, Collaboration, Outdoor Arts, Exhibition, PhotographyJenny HarperPhotography, Textiles, Heritage, Identity, Global Majority, Women, Community-led, Wellbeing, Joy, Urban Parks, Brownfield Land, Stoke-on-Trent, Hanley, Staffordshire