POSTCARD PORTRAITS

Welcome to “Postcard Portraits” - an online exhibition of the LWRA’s community initiative - the Lanc West Portrait Project.

The exhibition features photographic portraits and stories from our Lancaster West Estate community, shot by photojournalist Fiona Campbell in March 2021 during London’s third lockdown.

Each photograph was transformed into postcards for the participants to keep and send to friends and family.

The purpose of the Lanc West Portrait Project is to celebrate the residents of our estate and their unique stories. We hope that everyone who took part enjoyed connecting with others and is looking forward to sending postcards to their friends and loved ones – and even getting a few postcards back!

The project has been created by the Lancaster West Residents’ Association and is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.

#LancWestPortraits

Mary (92) moved to the Lancaster West Estate in 1974.  She arrived from St. Lucia in 1966, with her passage costing 75 pounds, 8 shillings and 10 pence.  She previously worked for the Churchill family and The Duke of Westminster. Mary is p… — **Mary** (92) moved to the Lancaster West Estate in 1974. She arrived from St. Lucia in 1966, with her passage costing 75 pounds, 8 shillings and 10 pence.
She previously worked for the Churchill family and The Duke of Westminster. Mary is passionate about music and the proud mother of ten children.

Rebecca (20) is passionate about horses. She is currently studying equine training and management at Greenwich University. When she’s not on a horse she works with the W11 Lancaster West Neighbourhood team in the communications team. — **Rebecca** (20) is passionate about horses. She is currently studying equine training and management at Greenwich University. When she’s not on a horse she works with the W11 Lancaster West Neighbourhood team in the communications team.

Krysse (47) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 40 years. She is the self-confessed ‘Glamour’ of the estate.“Fashions fade, style is eternal” - Yves Saint Laurent — **Krysse** (47) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 40 years. She is the self-confessed ‘Glamour’ of the estate.
“*Fashions fade, style is eternal”* - Yves Saint Laurent

Dilaver (57) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 12 years and works for the W11 Lancaster West Neighbourhood Team as part of the repair team. — **Dilaver** (57) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 12 years and works for the W11 Lancaster West Neighbourhood Team as part of the repair team.

Paul (50) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for seven years. He plays as Goalkeeper for Minds United Football Club, which supports adults in the community experiencing mental health issues and substance misuse and welcomes players of all abilit… — **Paul** (50) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for seven years. He plays as Goalkeeper for Minds United Football Club, which supports adults in the community experiencing mental health issues and substance misuse and welcomes players of all abilities. They provide fun, friendly, and free football sessions every week in North Kensington.
Supported by RBKC and partnered with NHS West London CCG. **www.mindsunitedfc.com**

Katana (1 year 9 months) is a husky and has lived on the Lancaster West Estate all her life. — **Katana** (1 year 9 months) is a husky and has lived on the Lancaster West Estate all her life.

Jacqui (52) came to the Lancaster West Estate in 1976 when she was eight years old. She was previously the Chair of the Lancaster West Residents’ Association (2017-2019).  NON DESISTAS NON EXIERIS - never give up, never surrender — **Jacqui** (52) came to the Lancaster West Estate in 1976 when she was eight years old. She was previously the Chair of the Lancaster West Residents’ Association (2017-2019).
NON DESISTAS NON EXIERIS - *never give up, never surrender*

Stewart (39) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 14 years. He was born in the local area and loves fitness and sparring. — **Stewart** (39) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 14 years. He was born in the local area and loves fitness and sparring.

Sarraounia (31) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for three years. She is the Director and swim teacher at Swimunity: running free swimming workshops in the community for the community.  She is the proud mother of twin girls.  www.swi… — **Sarraounia** (31) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for three years. She is the Director and swim teacher at Swimunity: running free swimming workshops in the community for the community. She is the proud mother of twin girls.
**www.swimunity.org.uk**

Tiago (21) and Katana (1 year 9 months) have lived on the Lancaster West Estate all their lives. — **Tiago** (21) and **Katana** (1 year 9 months) have lived on the Lancaster West Estate all their lives.

Eriola is a working mother and lives on the Lancaster West Estate with her husband Arnis and their two children. — **Eriola** is a working mother and lives on the Lancaster West Estate with her husband Arnis and their two children.

Edward (49) and Slick (8) work in an office at Baseline Studios. Slick is an NHS Hero and a regular visitor to St Thomas’ Hospital where he visits the ICU staff who are treating COVID patients. Slick likes chasing balls, chewing champagne corks, and… — **Edward** (49) and Slick (8) work in an office at Baseline Studios. Slick is an NHS Hero and a regular visitor to St Thomas’ Hospital where he visits the ICU staff who are treating COVID patients. Slick likes chasing balls, chewing champagne corks, and sniffing butts.

Roger (52) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for one year. He loves rollerblading and works at Marks and Spencer as Customer Services Assistant. — **Roger** (52) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for one year. He loves rollerblading and works at Marks and Spencer as Customer Services Assistant.

Kennedy works for the W11 Lancaster West Neighbourhood Team as a Communications and Digital Engagement Officer. — **Kennedy** works for the W11 Lancaster West Neighbourhood Team as a Communications and Digital Engagement Officer.

JC (25), Ace (1 year, 11 months) and Ender (8 weeks, 1 day). JC has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for over 10 years. He is devoted to his dogs and this photo is taken on Ender’s first day on the estate. Ace was pregnant during the shoot an… — JC (25), **Ace** (1 year, 11 months) and **Ender** (8 weeks, 1 day). JC has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for over 10 years. He is devoted to his dogs and this photo is taken on Ender’s first day on the estate.
Ace was pregnant during the shoot and has since given birth to nine healthy puppies. JC plans to train Ender as a security dog when he’s older.

Mushtaq (68) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 38 years. He was awarded a CBE in 2016 for his work in political human rights and charitable work on a local and international level.  He is chair of Third World Solidarity and sits o… — **Mushtaq** (68) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 38 years.
He was awarded a CBE in 2016 for his work in political human rights and charitable work on a local and international level. He is chair of Third World Solidarity and sits on the Lancaster West Residents’ Association Committee.
Mushtaq is a grandfather, has a great love of books and is currently writing his autobiography. Tony Benn is one of his heroes.

Herb Robert (64): Legendary resident gardener, poet, and impresario. Creator of the ‘Tea Garden’ and the initiative to provide ‘A Plant for Every Home’ on the Lancaster West Estate. He is the inspiration behind the Lanc West Portrait Project.  … — **Herb Robert** (64): Legendary resident gardener, poet, and impresario.
Creator of the ‘Tea Garden’ and the initiative to provide ‘A Plant for Every Home’ on the Lancaster West Estate. He is the inspiration behind the Lanc West Portrait Project.
*‘The Earth laughs and rock ‘n’ rolls in flowers’* - Herb Robert / Ralph Waldo Emerson.

Neil (25) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for two and a half years. He is a keen fiddle player, currently studying for a PhD in Climate Policy at Imperial College. — **Neil** (25) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for two and a half years. He is a keen fiddle player, currently studying for a PhD in Climate Policy at Imperial College.

Sofia (20) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for ten years. She is currently studying law at university and enjoys writing. — **Sofia** (20) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for ten years. She is currently studying law at university and enjoys writing.

Mikey (64) is an ex-DJ and passionate about music. He was one of the first residents to move into Barandon Walk 47 years ago. — **Mikey** (64) is an ex-DJ and passionate about music. He was one of the first residents to move into Barandon Walk 47 years ago.

Tanya (35) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for six years. She runs the Latymer Community Church with her husband Steve. Tanya travelled around the world with her precious bible which was once left in a hotel in New York but thankfully - thank… — **Tanya** (35) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for six years. She runs the Latymer Community Church with her husband Steve.
Tanya travelled around the world with her precious bible which was once left in a hotel in New York but thankfully - thank goodness - it was safely recovered!

Hamza (30) loves to take photographs and write poetry and hopes to become a FX trader. He has lived on the Lanc West Estate all his life.Hamza is holding Gogeta, his favourite Manga character from Dragon Ball Super. Gogeta performs amazing fighting … — **Hamza** (30) loves to take photographs and write poetry and hopes to become a FX trader. He has lived on the Lanc West Estate all his life.
Hamza is holding Gogeta, his favourite Manga character from Dragon Ball Super. Gogeta performs amazing fighting stunts and transformations; a hero who strives for peace on earth.

Arooj (27) is a nurse who takes an interest in herbalism and complimentary therapies. She has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for three years. — **Arooj** (27) is a nurse who takes an interest in herbalism and complimentary therapies. She has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for three years.

Scott (32) moved to the Lancaster West Estate in 2021. He is a chef who is launching his own seafood restaurant in Deptford and plans to use herbs from the Lanc West herb garden in his dishes. — **Scott** (32) moved to the Lancaster West Estate in 2021. He is a chef who is launching his own seafood restaurant in Deptford and plans to use herbs from the Lanc West herb garden in his dishes.

David is Vice-Chair of the Lancaster West Residents’ Association (LWRA) and loves to play the guitar.“Oh, the singer, he looks angryAt being thrown to the lionsAnd the bass player, he looks nervousAbout the girls outsideAnd the drummer, he’s so shat… — **David** is Vice-Chair of the Lancaster West Residents’ Association (LWRA) and loves to play the guitar.
*“Oh, the singer, he looks angry*
*At being thrown to the lions*
*And the bass player, he looks nervous*
*About the girls outside*
*And the drummer, he’s so shattered*
*Trying to keep on time*
*And the guitar players look damaged*
*They’ve been outcasts all their lives;*
*Me, I’m waiting so patiently*
*Lying on the floor*
*I’m just trying to do this jigsaw puzzle*
*Before it rains anymore”*

Ian (57) is a regular volunteer gardener on the Lancaster West Estate. He is a practising Christian who enjoys listening to gospel music. — **Ian** (57) is a regular volunteer gardener on the Lancaster West Estate. He is a practising Christian who enjoys listening to gospel music.

Amal works for W11 Lancaster West Engagement Team as Communications and Engagement Assistant. — **Amal** works for W11 Lancaster West Engagement Team as Communications and Engagement Assistant.

Ana (57) and Petit (7) – Ana has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 29 years. She is an arts and crafts expert who works as an artist and stylist. — **Ana** (57) and Petit (7) – Ana has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 29 years. She is an arts and crafts expert who works as an artist and stylist.

Daniel (36) works as a handyman for the W11 Lancaster West Engagement Team. He is a fan of basketball and music. — **Daniel** (36) works as a handyman for the W11 Lancaster West Engagement Team. He is a fan of basketball and music.

George (28) is a maintenance and project manager for Meristem who built and designed the living wall in the Resource Centre on the Lancaster West Estate. George is an avid gardener with a passion for making London greener. — **George** (28) is a maintenance and project manager for Meristem who built and designed the living wall in the Resource Centre on the Lancaster West Estate. George is an avid gardener with a passion for making London greener.

Emma (43) was born on the Lancaster West Estate. She has a busy household with three children - Jordan age 19, Parris age 5, and Kaedn age 4. They also have many animals: Popcorn the rabbit, four cats (Lunar, Star, Baby and Milo), plus turtles,… — **Emma** (43) was born on the Lancaster West Estate. She has a busy household with three children - Jordan age 19, Parris age 5, and Kaedn age 4. They also have many animals: Popcorn the rabbit, four cats (Lunar, Star, Baby and Milo), plus turtles, terrapins, and fish.
Emma is pictured here with her two chihuahuas: Bayley age 5 and CC age 6.

Jacek is a friend of the Lancaster West Estate, often to be found making music in the Tea Garden. Cultural animator, artistic style coordinator and nuclear musician. — **Jacek** is a friend of the Lancaster West Estate, often to be found making music in the Tea Garden. Cultural animator, artistic style coordinator and nuclear musician.

Laila (54) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 27 years. She is mother to Karim and Jamal, who styled her beautifully for the shoot. — **Laila** (54) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 27 years. She is mother to Karim and Jamal, who styled her beautifully for the shoot.

Felix (38) is the exceptional concierge at Baseline Studios on the Lancaster West Estate.  Enjoy him while you can, he aspires to work with the Kardashian family. If you can help to make this happen, please do. — **Felix** (38) is the exceptional concierge at Baseline Studios on the Lancaster West Estate.
Enjoy him while you can, he aspires to work with the Kardashian family. If you can help to make this happen, please do.

Oscar (66) is originally from Colombia and has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for two years.  He has had a life as colourful and glorious as his Ralph Lauren jumper which is over 20 years old. — **Oscar** (66) is originally from Colombia and has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for two years. He has had a life as colourful and glorious as his Ralph Lauren jumper which is over 20 years old.

Ana (57) and Petit (7) – Ana has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 29 years. She is an arts and crafts expert who works as an artist and stylist. stylist. — **Ana** (57) and Petit (7) – Ana has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 29 years. She is an arts and crafts expert who works as an artist and stylist. stylist.

Steve (34) runs the Latymer Community Church with his wife Tanya. He has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for three years and is a keen footballer. — **Steve** (34) runs the Latymer Community Church with his wife Tanya. He has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for three years and is a keen footballer.

Tracy (58), Emma (35) and Rosie (5) run an independent recruitment agency: Care First Recruitment - working with the community from their office in Baseline Studios on the Lancaster West Estate. — **Tracy** (58), **Emma** (35) and Rosie (5) run an independent recruitment agency: Care First Recruitment - working with the community from their office in Baseline Studios on the Lancaster West Estate.

Lofti (45) works as a driver and handyman for the W11 Lancaster West Engagement Team. He likes football and supports Arsenal Football Team. — **Lofti** (45) works as a driver and handyman for the W11 Lancaster West Engagement Team. He likes football and supports Arsenal Football Team.

Rachel is a community worker and artist who has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 35 years. — **Rachel** is a community worker and artist who has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 35 years.

Marlene (50) is a neighbour of the estate, living in Bramley House since she was 14. She lives with her 11-year-old daughter and their dog Whisky (7). Marlene’s favourite pastimes are swimming, walking, and going to Portobello Road where attended the Spanish School. She went on to study at King’s College University. — **Marlene** (50) is a neighbour of the estate, living in Bramley House since she was 14. She lives with her 11-year-old daughter and their dog Whisky (7). Marlene’s favourite pastimes are swimming, walking, and going to Portobello Road where attended the Spanish School. She went on to study at King’s College University.

Abbas (48) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 10 years and is Chair of the Lancaster West Residents’ Association (LWRA). He loves the estate and the way people come together in hard times. — **Abbas** (48) has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for 10 years and is Chair of the Lancaster West Residents’ Association (LWRA). He loves the estate and the way people come together in hard times.

Fabrice (50) has lived on the estate in Morland House since 1998. He works as a picture framer on Kensal Road and is a hobby gardener with an allotment on St Quintin's Avenue.His jumper is very special to him and is a hand-me down from his big broth… — **Fabrice** (50) has lived on the estate in Morland House since 1998. He works as a picture framer on Kensal Road and is a hobby gardener with an allotment on St Quintin's Avenue.
His jumper is very special to him and is a hand-me down from his big brother. He has carefully removed almost all of the bobbly bits that have appeared over the years.

Arnis (36) is an electrician who has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for three years with his wife Eriola and their two children. — **Arnis** (36) is an electrician who has lived on the Lancaster West Estate for three years with his wife Eriola and their two children.

Our Thanks

The Lancaster West Residents’ Association would like to thank all of the residents and friends of the Lanc West Estate who participated in this project.

We also thank the project team including Herb Robert who inspired the project, and our friend and photojournalist Fiona Campbell who captured these fantastic portraits.

Finally, a big thank you to our funders, The National Lottery Community Fund and Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.

Share your Lanc West Portraits and Postcard Stories with the hashtag #LancWestPortraits

Photographs by Fiona Campbell

www.fionacampbell.co.uk

Press enquiries please contact Frances (LWRA)

frances@lancwest.com