Westgate Studios
55 Westgate, WF1 1BW
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A multi-discipline collective of arts studios situated in a listed Edwardian office building in the heart of Westgate.
Note for disabled users: although there is a lift, this is not completely step-free as the lobby lift is currently out of order meaning there are 4 steps from street level. The main lift is operational however and can be used to give step-free access past the lobby itself.
There are no upcoming Artwalk exhibits, displays or events at Westgate Studios.
Previously at Westgate Studios
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CoActive Arts: Do You See Me Wed 31st Jul 2024CoActive Arts presents Do You See Me, portraits of pride and protest. An exploration of self portraits featuring work by 12 CoActive artists. Their starting point was considering how they wanted others to see them. From this people developed their own expressions of self portraits, including a collaboration with photographer Matt Rogers to create photographic portraits of 6 of the artists depicting fantastical versions of themselves.
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Robert P Clarke Wed 31st Jul 2024Robert P. Clarke will be presenting his current artwork, along side a new collection of poetry and art books 'Stride and Strife' and 'The Long and Short of the Round Oblong'.
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Roger Gardner Wed 31st Jul 2024Open studio showing works in progress.
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Adrian Jordan Wed 31st Jul 2024Open studios showing works-in-progress.
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Strata: Community Art Wed 31st Jul 2024Jen Watson - Yorkshire Artist is in the exhibition space at Westgate Art Studios from 5:30-8pm making a community art piece suitable for all, in the medium of mosaics that will be part of a 4m/2m art instillation called STRATA. It will be installed in Lightwaves Community Centre in December as part of Wakefield's OUR YEAR 2024. Call in and contribute a little or a lot, and join in hundreds of other adults and children in Wakefield to make a fantastic communiry art piece that will be on display for generations to come!
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A R Dreams Bespoke Jewellery Wed 31st Jul 2024Antje Rayner is a jewellery designer, maker and silversmith, displaying a range of bespoke products and techniques.
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Charlotte Blacker and HBU-UCLAN Wed 31st Jul 2024Charlotte Blacker (Animator and University lecturer) is showing a selection of her students work from HBU-UCLAN, a Chinese-UK partnership between the University of Central Lancashire and HBU University based in Hebei Province, China. There will also be an opportunity to see work in progress from Josie Moonbeam and Inspire Arts.
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Art Exchange CIC: Michael Yates & Susan McCartney Wed 31st Jul 2024Prepare for an evening filled with laughter, reflection, and the beauty of language - along with an open studio of the works of Kate Wray. Michael brings his powerful and diverse voice to The Art Exchange CIC. His poems explore a range of emotions, from the humorous to the deeply poignant, inspired by his experiences during the Covid pandemic. His recently published novel, "Dying is the Last Thing You Ever Want to Do", promises a captivating read. Susan McCartney is master of weaving whimsy and wit with deeper themes, she will captivate you with her performance poems. Her work ranges from the comical to the subtly serious, often drawing inspiration from the stories of women who worked in munitions factories during wartime. Currently, Susan is crafting monologues based on the intriguing fictional character of Doris, blurring the lines between reality and imagination.
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Home Ed Adventures: Another Brick In The Wall Wed 31st Jul 2024Inspired by Pink Floyd's iconic anthem, this program isn't just another brick in the wall – it's a chance to break free and explore artistic expression through a unique Home Ed lens. Join us to see what we have created as we delve into the themes of Pink Floyd's "Another Brick in the Wall". lt has been perfect for our curious young minds wanting to explore art, music, and self-expression in a supportive and creative environment, come along and see what we have on offer over the holidays and in our next academic term.
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Mindful Collages Wed 31st Jul 2024I will also be selling 2nd hand artists resources, sketchbooks, canvases and wooden frames, and maybe some pastels in behalf of Crafting4Good CIC.
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Tony Jackson Wed 31st Jul 2024Monochrome works: charcoal drawings and analogue photographs.
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Skylark Lane Wed 31st Jul 2024Victoria has a love of nature, detail, and texture and combines these to make art that makes people smile. Her works carry important messages of wellbeing and self care. These positive messages are conveyed through joyful imagery filled with imagined creatures and beings, hidden symbolism, and small details. Her aim is to make art that brings people joy and perhaps even some comfort. Victoria primarily works digitally, producing high quality giclée prints of her original images. Victoria also makes 3D textile and clay sculptures, where she indulges her love of texture using various mediums and acrylic paints. All work is available to purchase.
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Helen Field Wed 31st Jul 2024Latest paintings in progress.
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Michael Yates and Angie De Courcy Bower Wed 31st Jul 2024Join Michael Yates and Angie De Courcy Bower at 6pm in the big room for a half hour of fantastic, fun and heartfelt poetry.
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Empath Action CIC Wed 31st Jul 2024Join Steven from Empath Action CIC and the Postcards from Wakefield team to read uplifting mental health and wellbeing messages, and write one yourself!
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Inspire Arts Wed 31st Jul 2024Inspire Arts will be showing ongoing work including our recent project funded by Creative Minds 'Connecting Through Art And Sound', in which the group created a knotted and frayed wall hanging and explored how music can help relax and stimulate creativity.
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Marie Keen Wed 29th May 2024Marie is an artist based in Westgate Studios (B11 on the second floor) who works with charcoal, oils and sometimes integrates them with other mediums. Marie’s theme for this Artwalk is the colourful nature of cats.
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Jenny Herdson Wed 29th May 2024I'll be exhibiting my collages and will also be selling some large wooden frames, clip frames and secondhand sketchbooks.
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Roger Gardner Wed 29th May 2024Open Studios and work in progress.
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Artwalk History Showcase Wed 29th May 2024Join Empath Action CIC for our Artwalk History Showcase! Pop down to the Big Room at Westgate Studios between 5pm and 8pm to learn all about our work uncovering Alice Gostick, the incredible teacher who taught Henry Moore and Albert Wainwright, as well as the headmaster of the school Toddy Dawes, and so many others. Plus, hear about our amazing Timekeepers project that saw us travel the District and help people with their history research and genealogy. As always, we will be joined by special guests exhibiting their artwork, and we will have our Performer Corner at 6pm to 6:30pm featuring Susan McCartney and Angie De Courcy Bower.
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Yorkshire Hare Crafts Wed 29th May 2024Needle felting, wool sculptures and influenced by the local Yorkshire fauna and landscape, with a dash of folklore.
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Tony Jackson Wed 29th May 2024Portraits and figures in charcoal and oils. Studio C5 on the third (top) floor, opposite the lift.
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Paul Stone Wed 29th May 2024Open Studio showing works-in-progress.
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Robert P Clarke Wed 29th May 2024Robert P. Clarke will be presenting his current artwork, along side a new collection of poetry and art "Stride and Strife".
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Wit, Wonder, and Words at The Art Exchange CIC Wed 29th May 2024The Art Exchange CIC has moved to a new space on the second floor of Westgate Art Studios! Come explore their new location while enjoying an evening of spoken word and photography. 5pm - 7pm: Stephen Walton: A Photographic Journey Through Britain The Art Exchange CIC is thrilled to present an exhibition by Wakefield-based photographer, Stephen Walton. This collection showcases Stephen's unique perspective on the diverse landscapes and hidden gems found throughout Britain. Through Stephen's lens, we embark on a visual adventure. Stephen's keen eye captures the essence of each location, drawing out the beauty in the ordinary and the extraordinary. His masterful use of light and composition transports viewers to the heart of each scene. 7pm - 7:30pm: Prepare for an evening filled with laughter, reflection, and the beauty of language featuring Michael Yates and Susan McCartney. - Michael Yates brings his powerful and diverse voice to The Art Exchange CIC. His poems explore a range of emotions, from the humorous to the deeply poignant, inspired by his experiences during the Covid pandemic. His recently published novel, "Dying is the Last Thing You Ever Want to Do", promises a captivating read. - Susan McCartney is a master of weaving whimsy and wit with deeper themes who will captivate you with her performance poems. Her work ranges from the comical to the subtly serious, often drawing inspiration from the stories of women who worked in munitions factories during wartime. Currently, Susan is crafting monologues based on the intriguing fictional character of Doris, blurring the lines between reality and imagination.
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The Art Exchange CIC Wed 29th May 2024Get ready for a dynamic transformation as The Art Exchange CIC takes over the project space at Westgate Studios! We're thrilled to announce the curation of the project space, featuring a captivating showcase by four of Westgate's resident artists: Lisa Robinson, Josie Moon Beam, Kate Wray, Roger Gardner and Ian Smith. The space promises to be a vibrant tapestry woven with diverse artistic expressions. Prepare to be surprised, challenged, and ultimately, deeply moved by the power of art.
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Works from Inspire Members and Photography by Michael Walton Wed 29th May 2024Inspire are a non-profit, community-based arts group, dedicated to creating a relaxed environment for individuals interested in art. The group uses creativity to enhance mental well-being, helping members build confidence and forge connections through collaborative efforts. Michael Walton, a local photographer, presents a selection of his landscape photography spanning several decades. These works capture the essence of his artistic journey. Despite now facing macular degeneration, Michael's dedication to his craft remains evident in his evocative images.
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Skylark Lane Wed 29th May 2024Victoria has a love of nature, detail, and texture and combines these to make art that makes people smile. Her works carry important messages of wellbeing and self care. These positive messages are conveyed through joyful imagery filled with imagined creatures and beings, hidden symbolism, and small details. Her aim is to make art that brings people joy and perhaps even some comfort. Victoria primarily works digitally, producing high quality giclée prints of her original images. Victoria also makes 3D textile and clay sculptures, where she indulges her love of texture using various mediums and acrylic paints. All work is available to purchase.
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The Bleeding Obvious Wed 29th May 2024Local LGBTQ+ musician The Bleeding Obvious - aka Wakefield lass Jessica Rowbottom - opens her studio for a short acoustic performance at 8:30pm - quite possibly the only musical act with the lyrics "demisexual panromantic polyamorous androgyne".
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Holly Greenwood Design Wed 27th Mar 2024Holly Greenwood Design is an Illustration and print design studio. The brand was born from my love of painting, being creative and my obsession with everything print and pattern! I create beautifully designed high quality home & gift products to add a splash of fun and colour into your life. Please pop by during the March artwork to say hello, check out my art and shop my products.
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Roger Gardner Wed 27th Mar 2024Open Studios and work in progress.
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Empath Action CIC Wed 27th Mar 2024Join team Empath as we take over the Big Room at Westgate studios for March Artwalk! From 5PM to 9PM sign up for our Guided by Gissing project's Earth Day celebration (so good for Home Education and those wanting to get their families out in nature); learn about our new partner projects; plus, express your artistic side and add to our Community Collage! Join us at 6pm to 6:30pm for some quick but brilliant stories and poems from writers Michael Yates and Susan McCartney. Also joining us will be guest artists Michael Graham and Mandy Asquith showcasing their wonderful artworks.
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The Art Exchange CIC Wed 27th Mar 2024Join us at The Art Exchange on Artwalk night we will have open studios (work created by Kate Wray), along with beginners origami and we will also be joined by Inspire Arts so you can create your own Artwalk 2024 badge!
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Paul Stone Wed 27th Mar 2024Paul Stone is holding another "Framed/Unframed" sale exhibition featuring a selection of around 25 works that are available direct from the artist during March's Artwalk. None of the works will be available to the public from any gallery.
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Colour Fantisimo Extraordinare Wed 27th Mar 2024Expect the unexpected or expect nothing, disappointment is not guaranteed.
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Robert P Clarke Wed 27th Mar 2024Robert P. Clarke will be showing new conceptual work including 'A New Voice' using written work, poetry and a short film.
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Wakefield Camera Club Wed 27th Mar 2024We are a friendly and enthusiastic group of photographers who are more than willing to pass on our knowledge and experience to others, The group covers subjects including landscape, natural history, portrait, architecture, street and creative photography. Whether you use a mobile phone or latest digital camera if you are looking to further your knowledge in photography, please come along and talk to us.
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Portrayals of Extrareality Wed 31st Jan 2024Joanna/Fizzy will be showing three canvases exploring her autism and mental health, made with support from Unlimited through their Wakefield Micro Award 2023 and created at Our House. A selection of the artist’s portrait drawings will also be displayed.
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Marie Keen Wed 31st Jan 2024This exhibition shows Marie’s use of charcoal to create emotive, thought provoking pieces. Marie uses the natural stark and moody characteristics of charcoal to good effect whilst occasionally adding a splash of colour - drawing the viewer on a different tangent. Marie has a strong leaning towards the medium of charcoal, but also enjoys working other mediums into her art. Watercolour, coloured pencil, graphite and traditional oil painting are well within her remit.
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Empath Action CIC Wed 31st Jan 2024Empath Action CIC will be opening 5pm to 8pm in C4 on the top floor with guest reader Michael Yates reading a story at 6pm
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Roger Gardner Wed 31st Jan 2024Open Studios and work in progress.
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Calligraphy Drop-In Wed 31st Jan 2024Join Linda Golding to learn about calligraphy! No knowhow, experience or equipment - no problem because Linda's got them all and you're welcome to join in Studio A1 to learn some calligraphy basics.
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Town & Country Wed 31st Jan 2024Helen's work is heavily influenced by her surroundings. She loves exploring the abstract forms and shapes found in both nature and urban landscapes. Her bold use of colour and texture adds an element of depth to her pieces, inviting the viewer to experience the layers of the world around us. Whether it's a sprawling cityscape or a peaceful countryside, she strives to capture the essence of these locations through her unique perspective. Through her paintings, she hope to express the beauty and complexity of our ever-changing surroundings.
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Robert P Clarke Wed 31st Jan 2024Robert P. Clarke is showing two new conceptual Short Films linked to the 60th Anniversary of British Naturism in 2024.
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Paul Stone Wed 31st Jan 2024Exhibiting some new works for the upcoming Battersea Art Fair on display.
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AR Dreams Wed 31st Jan 2024Bespoke handmade jewellery workshop.
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The Big Room Christmas Fair Wed 29th Nov 2023The Big Room Arts Studio plays host to a Christmas Fair of craft makers.
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Robert P Clarke Wed 29th Nov 2023Showing recent short films linked to work exhibited in London in November and December 2023.
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Empath Action CIC Wed 29th Nov 2023Meet Thomas Waller Gissing and learn about the Guided By Gissing Project, the Timekeepers History Research Club, our community costume library, take part in silk painting and learn about the new theatre project about Alice Gostick.
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Roger Gardner Wed 29th Nov 2023Open Studio showing works in progress.
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Work by Andrew Medlock Wed 29th Nov 2023Born in 1964 in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Working in the creative sector most of my life has been a blessing doing something I love. I am curious by nature and am constantly evolving and learning. I explore lots of avenues including portraiture, landscapes, still-life, botanical illustration embracing new challenges. I work in the pursuit of many ideals and concerns, creating paintings drawn from life and my imagination. I will be displaying a small selection of my work as Linda Golding's guest artist in Westgate Studios.
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Helen Field Wed 29th Nov 2023Open Studio showing a selection of both new and older works & "the art tombola".
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Yorkshire Hare Crafts Wed 29th Nov 2023Needle felting, wool sculptures and influenced by the local Yorkshire fauna and landscape, with a dash of folklore.
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Paul Stone Wed 29th Nov 2023Still Life Oil painter, currently exhibiting in galleries across the country. Open studio, new studies, paintings in progress and framed works on display. New work updates on Instagram - @paulstoneart
More details at https://www.instagram.com/paulstoneart