Art

Preview Three exhibition

The merging of minds from a trio of Leeds artists

A new exhibition by three Leeds-based artists – which came about because of a “chance encounter” – is launching at Red Eric Studios on Friday 10^th September for one-weekend only.

Featuring paintings, drawings and sculpture, the exhibition titled Three, showcases the work of Helen Barlow, Beth Gadd and the anonymous Artistree, who met by chance. In the exhibition, the three artists look at the idea of the self and identity. They say they wanted to “explore the effect the world has on us as individuals”.

One of the artists, Helen Frances Barlow, says she draws her inspiration simply from “humanity”,…

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Preview Fire Walk With Me at Temple Works

Relive the madness of Twin Peaks on September 18

If you’ve never watched Twin Peaks you just don’t know what you’re missing! It’s only one of the most acclaimed series to ever grace a television screen – and in the 20 years since it was first broadcast it has generated a cult status for fans of all ages.

Produced by David Lynch in the 1990s, Twin Peaks gave birth to some of television’s most memorable moments and some of its even more unforgettable characters: whether it is FBI Special Agent Dale Cooper and his love of cherry pie, the brutal murder of homecoming Queen Laura Palmer, the deeply terrifying…

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Feature Happy Snappy Photo Week from 1st to 7th September

Leeds' first-ever photography week

Snappers around Leeds are in for a treat this week as Leeds hosts its first ever week in celebration of all things to do with the camera.

Happy Snappy Photo Week is taking place, from the 1^st to 7^th of September and the aim of the week is to celebrate photography in all its forms: both an art form and fun pastime.

During the photo week, there will be a whole selection of events to get involved in – both virtually and in the real world. Find out how to improve your own photography technique and expose yourself to some…

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Preview Inlaid Patchwork in Europe from 1500 to the Present Day exhibition

Discovering the joys of patchwork at Leeds City Art Gallery

The art of patchwork is currently experiencing a bit of a renaissance. The technique began as a way of reworking older garments using scraps of fabric, but has evolved over time into an art form. Beautiful designs are created by sewing together pieces of fabric into larger designs, often with the use of embroidery and specialist stitching.

Its popularity now is all part of the Craft-it-Yourself vibe sweeping the country – and if you’re looking for a little inspiration for your own patchwork quilt or customised clothing, then head along to the stunning new textile exhibition at Leeds City Art…

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Preview Work and Play

A new exhibition by Kerry Harker in Harvey Nichols

Kerry Harker’s ‘Work and Play’ exhibition has taken up residence in Harvey Nichols’ fourth floor. The exhibition features a selection of ceramic plates painted in such a way as to challenge meaning and perceptions of colour.

Each plate included in the exhibition bears the name of a colour, painted in a completely different one. Ranging from £100-£200 in price, the plates display the intricate care Harker has invested in the completion of these delicate, yet strikingly bold pieces.

The plates themselves are high-quality bone china, providing a snow white surface for Harker to paint on. Colour names are…

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Feature Factory 4 POP up Shop

Factory4 Workshop set up shop at Birds Yard

Factory4 Workshop has recently set up a ‘POP up Shop’ within a city centre location. The shop will stock the work produced by the users of the Factory4 Workshop.

Continuing the brilliant work that has already been happening at the workshop for pre-start and incubation businesses, the shop is a great way for the makers to test trade their products and realise the reality of how a retail space functions.

Factory4 POP up shop is situated on the attic floor of a brand new city centre shopping destination called Birds Yard, just around the corner from Kirkgate Market.

Birds Yard…

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Feature Alan Davie

University of Leeds acquires artwork by the Scottish painter

A key work by Scottish abstract painter Alan Davie has been acquired by the Stanley and Audrey Burton Gallery at the University of Leeds, through support of the Art Fund and the MLA/V&A Purchase Grant Fund. Together, the two programmes offered financial support in total of £45,000 to help fund the purchase of Davie’s Figure Mask No. 2, a piece which is now on display in the University of Leeds’ permanent collection room.

Davie’s work has previously been featured in London, New York, Copenhagen, Oslo and Manchester art galleries, and at the University of Leeds from 1957-1959. Figure No. 2,…

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