Wombwell Townscape
About the design
I began by researching the town, exploring its rich history in the archives and later immersing myself in the town itself. I connected with local residents who introduced me to various sports, mental health, and social groups, as well as prominent community members.
Their shared stories provided me with a vivid sense of the town's journey, from the 1800s to the present day in 2024. Using these stories as inspiration, I designed a creative workshop that placed people at the heart of the final townscape design. The artwork produced during these sessions became an integral part of the project.
Elements from the workshops were incorporated into the final townscape, with the shapes from these collaborative efforts prominently featured in the sky section of the design.
- Tomekah George
How to use the townscape
Can you find these scenes in the townscape?
Wombwell Library: This historic building serves as a hub for various community groups and preserves the stories of the town's history over the years.
The George Pub: The George pub was chosen as it felt like an important third space in Wombwell. The little George as it's referred to offers a real multi-generational community, an art exhibition and events throughout the year.
Wombwell Woods: A beautiful open space, perfect for catching lots of different wildlife.
Wombwell site visit
Workshop at Wombwell Library
Wombwell site visit
About the artist
Tomekah George
A UK based Illustrator, brand and multi-disciplinary artist.
Tomekah creates hand drawn worlds, bringing complex visions to life. Her bold and imaginative style, inspired by stories of everyday people, has led to a diverse array of projects, from book illustrations and editorial pieces to brand and advertising campaigns. Passionate about innovative storytelling, she brings imagination and creativity to every project, ensuring each piece resonates deeply with its audience.
When she's not drawing, Tomekah enjoys exploring 3D forms, teaching, and creating thoughtful paper goods and homeware.
The ‘Principal Townscapes’ project has been commissioned and funded by Barnsley Council's Cultural Development Fund programme, Storying Barnsley.