A new system is in place for artists/makers who wish to submit an exhibition proposal to Waterside Arts Centre. You will now need to complete an Exhibition Proposal form which is available from Box Office or to download here - (MS Word Format)

Men of Cloth

The Lauriston Gallery

A thought-provoking exhibition of textile art by six contemporary male artists.

Come and experience the work of six male artists, Michael Brennand-Wood, Gavin Fry, Matthew Harris, James Hunting, Colin Jenkins and Kazuhito Takadoi. For all these men, working with textiles is integral to their art, and each uses very different processes and techniques, highlighting the diversity and complexity of contemporary textile art.

Curated by Jenny Waterson, Men of Cloth features work which has meaning and emotional power and helps people to experience textile art in a deeper, richer way.

Men of Cloth Events

Meet the Artists Saturday 3rd July, 1.30-3.30 pm FREE

An informal drop-in event, primarily aimed at young people, but everybody welcome! Michael Brennand-Wood, James Hunting, Colin Jenkins and Kazuhito Takadoi will be available to answer questions and talk about their work.

Michael Brennand-Wood Artist Talk, Tuesday 6th July, 7pm - 9pm FREE, Open to all.

Michael will be giving a special talk at the Trafford Artist Network meeting entitled 'Material Evidence – Re-inventing Textiles' which covers the development of his work, his influences and an outline of public artwork. Michael is internationally regarded as one of the most innovative and inspiring artists working in textiles and this is a rare chance to hear him discuss his inspirations and career to date. Visit Creative Industries Trafford page for more info. This event is open to all.

Stitch Workshop for 12-16 year olds Thursday 22nd July 10am-3pm

Explore some of the stitch techniques and ideas used by the Men of Cloth artists.
Cost: £10, materials included. Please bring a packed lunch.
Places limited so book early 0161 912 5616 or watersideartscentre@trafford.gov.uk

Empowering Communities Through New Technology -
Pixelate 2006-10

The Lauristion Gallery -

The Pixelate exhibition marks a milestone in community media development across Greater Manchester. Working with a wealth of local and regional video artists, script writers, drama artists, animators and photographers the local communities of Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Oldham, Salford, Stockport, Rochdale, Tameside and Wigan have developed their own digital content, telling their own stories and broadcasting these globally through the use of new technology.

The exhibition features documentary video, portrait photography, visual projections, short films and animation all made by the varied communities of Greater Manchester. The exhibition also showcases work by a range of digital artists, photographers, script writers and animators who were involved in delivering the projects including Richard Ramchurn, Johan Oldekop, Mat Johns, Kim Wiltshire, Andy Sykes, Luke Marsh, The Box TV & Peopleprint. Lets Go Global are a creative media organisation in the heart of Old Trafford and form part of Trafford Council.

For more information see www.letsgoglobal.tv or www.pixelate.org.uk, call Sarah
on 0161 8505555 or email sarah@letsgoglobal.tv

Altered States: where science meets art

The Lauriston Gallery

Altered States seeks to uncover the ways in which contemporary artists have been inspired by historical, current and future developments in bio-medical research and the impact science has had and is having on cultural and human endeavour.

Featuring a range of artistic practice including installation and wall based work; artists will explore the importance of cultural references such as Mary Shelley’s ‘Frankenstein’ to current concerns regarding genetics, medicine, reproduction, anatomy, mortality and longevity.

There will be a series of related events and talks taking place during November and December.

This exhibition has been organised to coincide with Manchester Science Festival

Manchester Science Festival
23 – 31 October

Expect a vibrant and packed program of events for families, schools, young people and adults. Find out more at: www.manchestersciencefestival.com