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Open Call - Ones To Watch 2025

ONES TO WATCH IS BACK! Are you studying a creative subject in Yorkshire or are you from Yorkshire and studying a creative subject elsewhere?

Apply now for Ones to Watch 2025 - Sunny Bank Mills' annual exhibition for emerging artists running from 1st March to 27th April 2025.

We are looking for artists, makers, designers and creatives working in all media; painting, sculpture, jewellery, ceramics, film, sound, text, glass, metal, performance, wood, furniture, and more, to be part of our annual OTW showcase exhibition.

Miffy's 70th Birthday

Join us to discover miffy's world and the artwork of her creator, illustrator Dick Bruna.

As miffy turns 70, we look back at the well-loved character's rise to popularity through the charming books and simple illustrative style which made has made her famous across the world.

The interactive exhibition will bring miffy to life through creative displays and activities which will offer an immersive and playful experience to enjoy.

Leeds Apprenticeship Recruitment Fair 2025

Leeds Apprenticeship Recruitment Fair returns to first direct arena. Free tickets are available to book anytime between 1pm-7pm, see Tickets below.

You’ll have the chance to talk to major employers from a wide range of sectors, including accounting, business and administration, catering and hospitality, construction, creative design, care services, digital, education, engineering, finance, hair and beauty, health, law, protective services and many more.

Exhibition on Screen: John Singer Sargent: Fashion & Swagger

John Singer Sargent is known as the greatest portrait artist of his era. What made his ‘swagger’ portraits remarkable was his power over his sitters, what they wore and how they were presented to the audience. Through interviews with curators, contemporary fashionistas and style influencers, Exhibition on Screen’s film will examine how Sargent’s unique practice has influenced modern art, culture and fashion.

The Sculpture Gallery: A Retospective

Join us throughout December and January to celebrate a year of beautiful, rich and diverse sculpture that we’ve had the pleasure of showing in the gallery throughout the year. This Retrospective Exhibition will include pieces from various guest artists from 2024, and we hope you enjoy re-visiting them or seeing them for the first time.

Whether browsing or looking for gifts, we look forward to seeing you in our beautiful space, as we celebrate another successful year in the gallery.

Café Sessions

A session of sound, movement, visuals and words at Holding Patterns café right in the City Centre. 

Come and enjoy improvised performances by Company of Artistic Interventions with guest artists on Sundays 8th and 15th December from 5pm.

We operate a pay-what-you-can scheme. All the income from each of our events goes directly towards supporting our artists and performers.

Kirkstall Living Advent Trail

Kirkstall Living Advent invites you to join the trail, launching on 1 December at St Stephen's Church Hall. Revealed each evening, window displays will showcase the creativity of the Kirkstall neighbourhood.

You can follow the trail online with our interactive map. But we do recommend downloading a map and seeing them all in person. The trail is a fun way to brighten up the dark evenings, and the windows will remain lit up until 5 January.

Aire Place Studios: Open Studios - Art, Gifts & More!

Join us for an inspiring day at our Open Studios event! This is a unique opportunity to explore our vibrant artistic community, meet talented local artists, and witness their creative processes first hand.

Wander through our studios and enjoy a stroll through our gallery, showcasing a diverse range of artworks including painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media. Visit our shop to discover unique pieces available for purchase and engage with artists about their techniques and inspirations.

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