Single Cell–
In February 2009, Single Cell Collective launched their debut compilation, Six Rivers. lowwintersun worked with members of Single Cell Collective and designer Because Studio, to create a brand identity for the collective, a website and album packaging. lowwintersun helped to develop a dual marketing strategy for Six Rivers, giving away the album as a free download and selling the CD version as a limited edition album with bespoke, handmade packaging and exclusive inlay artwork from photographer Andrew Brooks.
Co-operative North West–
In January 2009, lowwintersun co-organised Co-operatives Exchange, a networking event focusing on the challenges and opportunities of recession for mutual companies. Taking place in Manchester and featuring speakers from the Co-operative, FC United and NESTA the event attracted over 60 attendees from co-operative enterprises and support agencies. Documentation from the event can be found here.
GMVSS - Greater Manchester Voluntary Sector Support–
In 2008, lowwintersun worked with GMVSS (Greater Manchester Voluntary Sector Support) to develop and produce a Resource Finder. Designed by Because Studio, the project enabled members of the GMVSS partnership to advertise their products and services, encouraging inter-trading and reducing the need for grant support.
