Banks' Mill Poll

During Banks' Mill Open Studios at the end of June, Living Derby held an informal poll asking people one question with two parts - Which do you like most? Part one - Past, Present or Future? Part two - Pictures, Objects or Writing?

The aim was to help us understand a bit better what sparks people off, both in a heritage sense, but also in a creative sense. Do we like thinking about the places we've been, the things we've done - or even our ancestors' antics? Or do we like to live in the here and now? Some people are always looking to what tomorrow might hold for them.

Do you enjoy writing as a form of expression, or to read books full of stories that test your imagination? Perhaps your prefer to look at public art, sculpture - or to use ornaments as a way of expressing your own creative taste. Many people prefer photographs, paintings etc. and would rather go and see an exhibition of photographic prints than visit a poetry reading or sculpture exhibit.

Different things move us in different ways and here at Living Derby we're interested to know your preferences and why. If you have time, please take part in our short poll by clicking here - don't think too much about it, just go with your gut reaction!