Grace Stokoe

Grace Stokoe is a Liverpool based writer, obsessed with the careers of her fellow creatives. Having graduated from LJMU with a degree in Creative Writing, she now works as an Events and Communications officer for LMA, surrounded by artists of all kinds. Drawing inspiration from the drive and originality of Merseyside’s visionaries, she looks to take a deep dive into our creative community.
  • Arts and Culture
    Charlotte Barry Artist

    How Charlotte Barry Is Creating Accessible Spaces for Merseyside’s Artists

    Creatives of the City Series by Grace Stokoe Content note: references to domestic abuse, agoraphobia and depression. Charlotte Barry is a non-binary local artist and event planner, ‘Anfield born and bred’, who aims to build accessible spaces for creatives across Merseyside. Barry launched their events business, Unnamed Project Exhibition, in August 2023, attracting over 60 people to showcase and soak in art around the theme ‘Individuality’. From artwork and original music to interpretive dance, Barry…

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    Louis Ormond

    Meet Louis Ormond: The 21-Year-Old Local Filmmaker Who’s Worked With Charli XCX and Drake

    Creatives of the City Series by Grace Stokoe Freelance filmmaker and producer, Louis Ormond, has taken the industry by storm. Landing jobs with the likes of Molly Mae, Drake and Charli XCX before graduating university, the 21-year-old is undoubtedly destined for success. Having grown up on the Wirral, Ormond’s creative spark was apparent from a very young age. Remembering a family holiday to Portugal and the photograph he captured of a local lizard, he says:…