About the short films
These short films share the stories behind the Positive Action Grant, capturing the people, places and activities that bring culture and creativity into rural communities. The videos focus on real experiences, showing how locally led cultural activity supports wellbeing, strengthens connections and helps communities feel more confident, creative and connected.
Through voices from participants, volunteers and creative practitioners, the films celebrate community‑led action and the lasting value of cultural activity delivered close to home. They highlight how small‑scale support can grow into meaningful experiences that enrich everyday community life.
Overview
Art Workshops, Fyvie
Formartine Art Competition – Barthol Chapel Community Hub
Fyvie Amenities Committee – Events
Fyvie Community Choir
Fyvie Parent Council – Community Show
Fyvie School – Creative Writing
Fyvie Soup Kitchen
K3 Kids Youth Group, Rothienorman
Kinbroom House – Photography and Heritage
Rothienorman School – Dance Workshops
Tarves Heritage Centre
About the filmmaker
The Positive Action Grant films have been created by Graeme Roger, a visual artist and filmmaker whose work centres on people, place and community‑led storytelling. Graeme works collaboratively with communities to document creative activity in a sensitive and authentic way, ensuring local voices and experiences are at the heart of each film.
His approach celebrates creativity as part of everyday life, reflecting the impact that culture and connection can have on wellbeing, confidence and belonging.
Find out more about Graeme’s work:
https://www.wildbird.org.uk
https://www.wildbird.org.uk/people.asp
https://www.instagram.com/graemeroger.artist
