Tuesday the 14th November. Yep, that’s when the Christmas madness officially began, thanks to the highly creative children of Soho Parish School behind the Soho Kids Xmas Lights project. They pulled off their very own spectacular Christmas Light switch-on (move aside world-renowned Carnaby Street, Regent Street, and Oxford Street switch-ons, these youngsters have skills that can’t be beaten). The event bought together families, friends, dignitaries, and members of the community for a joyful street party sponsored by Archer Street bar.
Fast becoming an annual tradition, for three years straight, these fun and festive designs have been decking the streets of Soho, all thanks to the supervision of award-winning architect Antonio Capelao, and the generous support from a number of local businesses.
The inspiration behind the Soho Kids Xmas Lights designs
Creatives are constantly on the lookout for diverse sources of inspiration to ignite their artistic flair, and these budding talents were no exception. The children conducted research on local structures, communities, cultures, and traditions, delving into the impact of light on these aspects. They explored how light shapes our sense of identity and connection to the places we inhabit. As part of their exploration, they also paid a visit to the renowned London Fashion and Textile Museum for further inspo for their unique designs.
Photos courtesy of Soho Kids Xmas Lights
Missed the Soho Xmas switch on? Check out my IG reel from the event here!
Photos by Kai Lutterodt / My Soho Times
Take a walk-about Soho and see how many designs you can find!
The lights are up now until January. Visitors can download a walking tour of the lights via www.citylions.org/soho-kids-xmas-lights-2023/ showcasing a total of 49 lighting creations.
Who knew that tiny hands could bring so much festive cheer? Keep spreading that holiday spirit, you creative bunch!
Written by Kai Lutterodt @the.soho.girl
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