Artist David Lyon will be exhibing new paintings, drawings and prints at The Same But Different Art Fair within the walled gardens of Temple Newsam House, Leeds, from April 12 to 13. David’s work is inspired by the shapes, symbols and ideas that surround him, and the effect that these have on his imagination. He … Continue reading
Renowned Cypriot artist Stass Paraskos has died aged 81. Born in Anafotia Village, Larnaca, Cyprus, in 1933, he moved to England in 1953 to study fine art. Between 1956 and 1958 he studied at Leeds College of Art and then worked as a lecturer in the department of undergraduate studies at Leicester College of Art … Continue reading
An exhibition of work by contemporary artists Dan Scott and Michelle Taylor will be on display at Harewood House, Leeds, from April 18. Incorporating ceramics, music and sound, Yesterday will explore how objects powerfully connect us to the past. The iconic and notorious figure of Marie Antoinette acts as a catalyst to explore this relationship. … Continue reading
An art and craft event will be taking place at Unity Hall, Wakefield, from March 7 to 9. Artists and makers from the Wakefield area will be displaying contemporary artwork including digital, landscape, fantasy, mixed media and Jewellery on all three days with the addition of ceramics, biro illustrations and felt work on the Friday. … Continue reading
An exhibition showcasing a variety of work inspired by the Earth will be on display at the Craft Centre, Leeds, from March 22. Down to Earth features objects inspired by the natural world through the use of texture, colour and materials used in the creation of the collections. A variety of environments have inspired the … Continue reading
Paintings by artist Lilliane Gosling will be on display at Holy Trinity Church, Leeds, from March 10. Ancient Ritual, Ancient Tales brings together images based on ancient Indian ritual and on medieval tales of the Seven Seas and are accompanied by specially commissioned poems by Linda Marshall. Lilliane Gosling has painted and travelled since early … Continue reading
The International Contemporary Artist Book Fair returns to Leeds for its 17th year and will be hosted by The Tetley for the first time. The book fair is a popular fixture on Leeds’ annual art calendar and features exhibitions, talks, performances, and over 50 stalls showcasing some of the best new work being made. Highlights … Continue reading
A series of portraits of young women from Leeds will be on display at Gallery Munro House from February 27. Saturday Girl examines female identity through hairstyles, and explores what they mean culturally and personally to young women. The exhibition runs alongside a series of events exploring ideas of beauty, power and visibility in relation … Continue reading
A print exhibition exploring hedgerows will on display at the Craft Centre, Leeds, from March 1. Shoots and Leaves brings together the work of two printmakers, Stef Mitchell and Lynn Bailey. Stef Mitchell’s seasonal monoprints work directly with natural materials acting as recordings of walks to which viewers can easily relate. Lynn Bailey combines several … Continue reading
The Trustees of Yorkshire Sculpture Park have elected Greville Worthington as the new Chair of the Board of Trustees. Worthington brings a wealth of experience from the world of business and the arts. A writer, art collector and curator, he has curated numerous contemporary art exhibitions at museums and galleries throughout the UK with projects … Continue reading
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