adidas Originals Creator Network North
Artist + Creative Producer
Established in 2024 by adidas Originals and Factory International, Originals Creator Network (OCN) North brings together 20 emerging creatives from across Manchester and the North.
Based at Aviva Studios, OCN North has provided a platform for young creatives to develop their skills, build networks and explore new opportunities in the creative industries. Since September 2024, the cohort has received mentorship from adidas and Factory International, masterclasses, and hands-on experience.
Now, the cohort present the culmination of their work – an exhibition built around speed at Aviva Studios from 25 to 26 April 2025. Responding to a creative brief inspired by Manchester's running culture, Running in Motion features four major works developed by the cohort: PULSE, Do Not Go Gentle, Unsung Heroes, and Three Stories, Three Stripes.
Artist + Creative Producer
Established in 2024 by adidas Originals and Factory International, Originals Creator Network (OCN) North brings together 20 emerging creatives from across Manchester and the North.
Based at Aviva Studios, OCN North has provided a platform for young creatives to develop their skills, build networks and explore new opportunities in the creative industries. Since September 2024, the cohort has received mentorship from adidas and Factory International, masterclasses, and hands-on experience.
Now, the cohort present the culmination of their work – an exhibition built around speed at Aviva Studios from 25 to 26 April 2025. Responding to a creative brief inspired by Manchester's running culture, Running in Motion features four major works developed by the cohort: PULSE, Do Not Go Gentle, Unsung Heroes, and Three Stories, Three Stripes.

