The Art of N-Compass: A Mural Worth a Thousand Words
Every great story deserves an equally great illustration, and that’s exactly what happened at N-Compass’ 25th Anniversary Staff Conference in 2024. To mark this special milestone, N-Compass invited the incredibly talented live scribe, Ian Jackson, from ICE Creates, to capture the essence of the day in a way that words alone never could.
Armed with an electronic sketchpad and oodles of talent, Ian transformed the conference’s energy, reflections, and insights into a vibrant mural. As staff shared their thoughts and aspirations, the artwork unfolded live on a big screen. A highlight was a large discussion called ‘What Makes N-Compass Special’, facilitated by Abi Manifold, where real-time visuals brought heartfelt contributions to life.
N-Compass extends a massive thank you to both Ian and Abi of ICE Creates for their incredible artistry and patience (especially when staff excitedly came up with “just one more point” to add!).
A Daily Dose of Inspiration
Now proudly displayed in the reception area of N-Compass’ head office in Preston, the mural is more than just decoration – it’s a daily dose of inspiration. Whether you’re a visitor waiting for a meeting or a staff member grabbing a coffee, it’s impossible to walk past without stopping for a moment to take it all in.
And here’s the magic of it: this isn’t just a pretty picture; it’s a visual reminder of what N-Compass stands for. Snippets like Look After Yourself and Each Other and We’re All Unique and Individual invite quiet reflection in the middle of a busy day. It’s almost meditative – staff have been spotted pausing in front of it, seemingly lost in thought, before heading off with a renewed sense of purpose (or, at the very least, remembering to take a proper lunch break!).
There’s something deeply powerful about capturing a moment in time and having it preserved in such a creative way. It reminds us of where we’ve been, where we’re going, and, most importantly, why we do what we do.
