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Anders Petterson is the founder and CEO of ArtTactic Ltd, a London-based art market research and analysis company established in 2001. A pioneer in using crowd-sourcing techniques to gather art market intelligence, ArtTactic publishes global reports in collaboration with partners including Deloitte, Hiscox, Mishcon de Reya, Sophie Macpherson SML, and Sotheby’s. Anders regularly lectures on art market topics at Sotheby’s Institute, Christie’s Education, and ESA Beirut, and served as a founding board member of PAIAM from 2011 to 2021.
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Jeffrey Boloten is Director of Art Business and Enterprise Programmes at Sotheby’s Institute of Art, London. He co-founded and serves as Managing Director of ArtInsight Ltd., the educational partner of art market research firm ArtTactic. With a background in law, publishing (including Penguin Books), and institutional roles at the Tate and a London art college, Jeffrey is a frequent speaker on the global art, photography, and art investment markets. He also co-directs Sotheby’s Enterprise Studio and is a founding member of PAIAM (Professional Advisors to the International Art Market).
Leo Crane is a producer, artist and educator with over 25 years of experience across physical and digital creative industries. He has founded three creative studios and in 2024, established the AI Film Academy, focusing on innovation in contemporary moving image practice. He leads courses in art and art business at Sotheby’s Institute of Art and serves on the board of Animate Projects. His artistic practice spans animated film, figurative painting and experimental digital works, and his work has been widely exhibited, screened and awarded internationally. He is currently producing his debut feature film The Masterpiece of Tamagata, and is the author of Contemporary Figures in Watercolour (2021).
Mark Davy is the founder of Futurecity, a multidisciplinary agency dedicated to culture-driven placemaking. He has led private sector investment in major art projects including the Crossrail Culture Line, the Illuminated River Project, and the cultural strategy for Wembley Park. Mark is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and contributes to several boards and panels, including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Advisory Panel, Hypha Studios, the Land Economic Society, the NLA Expert Panel for Culture, and the National Trust Regional Advisory Group.
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Playground Revitalisation
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  • Children's Playground
Photo Credit - https://www.zoepower.com/

Magic Corner aims to refurbish and revitalise the playground at Manor House Gardens, to improve the experience for young families and the wider community.

 

📍Location:

Manor House Gardens
Taunton Road 
London
SE13 5SU
United Kingdom

 

 

> Improving safety and accessibility for children.

> Encouraging outdoor play and connection with nature.

> Promoting social interaction and healthy play.

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Art Voyage is excited to introduce our new Magic Corner project, which aims to refurbish and revitalise the playground at Manor House Gardens. In its current state the playground is inaccessible for children and toddlers due to severely deteriorated flooring. We are working in collaboration with partners and the local community to take immediate action and spearhead the necessary intervention to ensure the space can be used safely by all children, young families and the wider community.

The project will transform the playground into a vibrant, inclusive hub that supports children’s wellbeing, encourages outdoor play and connection with nature, and brings the local community together. By improving safety and accessibility, the project will help restore the playground as a welcoming space that supports early-years development, social interaction, and healthy play.

Art Voyage is passionate about ensuring this project is reflective of the local community. We want to hear from you. If you are a local Lewisham resident and use Manor House Gardens, please make your voice and opinions heard by filling in our survey linked below:

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Current Concerns

The playground has become increasingly unsafe and uninviting. With reduced use of the playground and a decline in community engagement within the park, the playground no longer serves as a vibrant meeting point for the community.

  • The rubber flooring has been severely damaged.
  • Tree roots growing underneath the flooring are causing trip hazards, with parents expressing concern about potential injuries.
  • The current flooring is plain and dull which, according to locals, does not match the joy and creativity of the children using the playground.

 Without intervention, the space will continue to decline, both environmentally and socially.

What Does the Project Involve?

Playground Resurfacing 

Partnering with Friends of Manor House Gardens, Glendale Managed Services, and Abacus Playgrounds, we will restore the surface of Manor House Gardens Playground to ensure it is safe, accessible, and enjoyable for all local children. 

Creative Workshops 

We will deliver workshops with 8-10 local schools, allowing local children to contribute to their playgrounds mural. These sessions will provide exciting, interactive, and fun experiences that bring together children from different communities across Lewisham, encouraging creativity and strengthening community connections. 

Mural Design by Zoë Power

Inspired by ideas developed during the workshops, mural artist Zoë Power will create the final design. This collaborative approach will ensure that local children see themselves reflected in the artwork while creating a cohesive and inclusive final piece. 

Children’s Artwork Exhibition 

Artwork produced during the workshops will be displayed at Manor House Gardens alongside the completed mural, celebrating the creativity and contributions of participating children. 

Stalls and Live Music  

During the unveiling event, there will be stalls offering food, drinks, and more, allowing locals to share their work, building community, and making the playground a hub for Lewisham locals. The event will also include performances by local musicians and bands, providing a platform to showcase local talent and celebrate Lewisham’s vibrant creative community. 

Collaborating Artist

Zoë Power

Zoë Power is a Bristol based mural painter and artist. With a portfolio spanning 100 metre long murals, city takeovers, big-name brands, and community projects, she has painted murals around the UK, spreading accessible, uplifting art to communities and transforming grey cityscapes.

Zoë’s work is inspired by the vibrant and diverse culture of the city. Amongst zingy patterns and jostling colours; connection, feminism and community are themes that feature in her work. Zoë’s colourful, bold and crisp style is influenced by her time studying traditional printmaking techniques – she graduated in 2018 with an MA in Printmaking.

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Zoe (artist) smiling at the camera with her arms crossed, holding paintbrushes in one hand, a mural with hues of blue behind her.

Partners and Supporters

Previous Project: Echoes of Migration, 2025

As a part of our previous project- Echoes of Migration, Art Voyage currently has three permanent art installations at Manor House Gardens that are open to the public.

To Move Is To Bloom

Vladimir Lalić

Crafting Connections

40 local participants + award winning artist, Alice Burnhope

The People’s Table

Ryan Hawaii

Your donation to The Magic Corner is not just supporting a project – you’re joining a movement that celebrates communities, empowers artists, and transforms public spaces into living places of creativity, and pride.

 

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