Tag: Leeds Art Gallery

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A John Atkinson Grimshaw painting in a gold frame

Artist’s captivating moonlit masterpiece comes home to Leeds

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An atmospheric riverside scene created by one of the city’s most celebrated artists is coming home after being acquired by Leeds Art Gallery. Reflections on the Aire - on strike was painted by Leeds-born John Atkinson Grimshaw in 1879, a…
A painting by artist Eileen Agar

Life and legacy of ground-breaking artist explored in Angel of Anarchy

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Image: Eileen Agar, Alice with Lewis Carroll, Oil on Canvas, 1960-62. © The Estate of Eileen Agar. All Rights Reserved 2022/ Bridgeman Images. The tumultuous life and times of a ground-breaking twentieth century female artist will be explored…

Events

Work on paper by Leeds artist Phil May

Phil May Portrait Project: Laughs and Sorrows

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Join us in the gallery or online as we decipher Phil May's portrait in collaboration with local communities.
illustrated women artists on a red background

Kate Pankhurst book signing and gallery tour

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Meet author Kate Pankhurst as we celebrate the release of 'Fantastically Great Women Artists and their Stories' with a book signing and a tour of the gallery!
Shell shapes and sewing materials

Stitch : Collage

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Take inspiration from Eileen Agar and the Art Library's special collections to create your own bespoke tote bag through textile collage.
A young girl is participating in an art workshop using bright craft materials and a volunteer looks on whilst smiling

February Half Term: World Building

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Join artist Nicky-Joe Baxter during February Half Term and help us to make a massive collage inspired by the work of Eileen Agar.