Art

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“It’s wonderful to have it back”: Lowry Curator shares excitement ahead of Thursday’s return of ‘Going to the Match’ painting

The Lowrys’ Director of Visual Arts, Michael Simpson and his small team are responsible for trying to keep the work of artist L.S. Lowry on display at the Lowry theatre and art gallery in Salford.

According to Mr Simpson, “The Lowry collection belongs to the people of Salford.”

Mr Simpson is very passionate about his work and appreciates L.S. Lowry for his unconventional artistic style.

Alice Christina-Corrigan of the Developed With The Lowry 2022-24 cohort

‘Developed With The Lowry’ welcomes new cohort of up-and-coming artists producing for theatre

The Lowry announced their ‘Developed With’ 2022-24 cohort of artists, who will be part of their flagship development programme, on […]

Artist and 'The Complete Printmaker' student Mandy Martin, with her screen print 'Summer Pazazz' (Image: Rais Esat)

Ordsall contemporary artists spread “totally different vibe” at Manchester Art Fair 2022

Two art collectives based in Ordsall exhibited at Manchester Art Fair 2022 to promote printmaking and photography. Hot Bed Press, […]

“We just need to give things a go and not hold back” -  Salford artist launches collaborative exhibition

“We just need to give things a go and not hold back” -  Salford artist launches collaborative exhibition

A Salford-based artist has launched a collaborative exhibition with six local poets to inspire people to get creative. Emma Evans, […]

Flying Copper at the Art of Banks exhibition.
Photo credit: Hayden Knowles

“It’s been fantastic seeing some of this artwork in Salford” – Banksy exhibition opens in Media City

The Art of Banksy exhibition displaying 145 original pieces of his work is now open in Media City, Salford.  The exhibition has […]