Art

Salford alumni encourages 'community cohesion' through art festivals

Salford alumni encourages ‘community cohesion’ through art festivals

MACFEST is a well-known festival that celebrates art and culture, which will be welcoming all people to join in the new year of 2023.

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Eccles Town Hall painting wins ‘Artwork of the Month’ in national magazine

A painting of Eccles Town Hall has been awarded ‘Artwork of the month’ in a national magazine. Painted by Salford-based […]

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The Salford organisation helping artists find space for their work

A Salford organisation is helping artists find spaces for their work alongside support for their businesses. The WEAVE Winter School […]

Pieces at the "Exploring the Collection" exhibition at Salford Museum and Art Gallery. Credit: Mel Cionco

Exploring the Collection – A true display of Salford history through the lens of influential artists

Three famous Salford artists feature in the latest “Exploring the Collection” exhibition at Salford Museum and Art Gallery. It experimental, […]

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“I’m very proud of my photographs” – Salford councillor sells custom calendars for charity donations

A Salford councillor has put calendars containing her original photography up for sale to raise money for three Salford charities.  Councillor […]

Rachel Goodyear's Illustrations at the Salford Museum and Art Gallery. Credit: Mel Cionco

REVIEW: Perfect pencil silhouettes at Salford Museum and Art Gallery

A solo exhibition “Stirrings” at the Salford Museum and Art Gallery features a vast array of works highlighting the nature […]

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The Salford comedy night pushing the boundaries of art

The Kings Arms have been hosting a monthly experimental comedy night named ‘Entertainment Club’. The show ‘Blanco y noir’ took place […]

'Garden of the Deep' by Diane Watson

Flower beds made from discarded plastic champion environmental change as Lightwaves festival illuminates Salford Quays once again

Salford children have helped to create a special flower garden made entirely from discarded plastic bottles to spread a powerful […]

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“They say Tigers can’t change their stripes, but I did here”: Salford’s Care-Leaving Service has been renovated to support the wellbeing of young people in care

The care-leaving service for Salford has been transformed through art, decorating and DIY to help young people in care feel […]

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Coronation Street takes a trip to Salford-style shops with new set

Salford has provided inspiration for Coronation Street’s new shopping precinct set. Characters will now be able to venture further afield […]