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View article New Ferens exhibition set to break the mould

New Ferens exhibition set to break the mould

28th June 2022

The Ferens Art Gallery is set to host a groundbreaking new exhibition showcasing sculpture by women. Breaking the Mould: Sculpture by Women since 1945 is the first extensive exhibition of post-war British sculpture by women. The works span more than 70 years and explore the work of fifty sculptors. Historically, female sculptors were neglected or […]

View article Artist Nahem Shoa gifts two exceptional artworks to the Ferens Art Gallery

Artist Nahem Shoa gifts two exceptional artworks to the Ferens Art Gallery

21st June 2022

The artist Nahem Shoa has generously gifted two artworks to the Ferens Art Gallery. Shoa originally contacted Kerri Offord, Curator of Art, to see if the Ferens would be interested in acquiring a portrait made by Shoa of his friend, the artist Desmond Haughton. Portrait of Desmond Haughton (1989) was started in March and finished […]

View article Brick by Brick LEGO exhibition comes to Hull

Brick by Brick LEGO exhibition comes to Hull

23rd May 2022

A LEGO® exhibition Brick by Brick International LEGO® Brick Art is coming to the Ferens Art Gallery this month. The Brick by Brick exhibition gathers the work of 18 artists, designers and photographers from around the world who use LEGO® bricks as their medium or inspiration. Using this simple plastic construction block as their starting […]

View article Ferens Open Exhibition set to celebrate ‘incredible’ talent

Ferens Open Exhibition set to celebrate ‘incredible’ talent

17th February 2022

The 55th annual Open Exhibition, which celebrates some of the best artistic talent in the region, opens at Ferens Art Gallery this week. The Ferens Open Exhibition 2022 opens on Saturday 19 February and will run until Monday 2 May. The exhibition features more than 300 artworks including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, textiles and film […]

View article Talented Hull artist to honour role of frontline workers during pandemic

Talented Hull artist to honour role of frontline workers during pandemic

11th January 2022

A rising local artist has been commissioned by Hull City Council to produce a piece of artwork recognising the vital contribution of frontline workers during the pandemic. Erin Ledsom is an embroidery artist from Hull and a recent graduate of the prestigious Royal College of Needlework. Her colourful and textured work often draws inspiration from […]

View article Video: Artists encourage others to enter Ferens Open Exhibition

Video: Artists encourage others to enter Ferens Open Exhibition

9th November 2021

With applications now being accepted for the 2022 Ferens Open Exhibition, two artists have explained why the event is so special and encouraged others to take part. The annual Ferens Open Exhibition is one of the highlights of the Ferens calendar, offering a platform to both seasoned exhibitors and artists looking to show their work for […]

View article Call for Creatives to submit artwork for 2022 Open Exhibition

Call for Creatives to submit artwork for 2022 Open Exhibition

26th October 2021

The Ferens Art Gallery is calling for submissions from professional and amateur artists for the 2022 Open Exhibition. The Ferens Open offers a platform to both seasoned exhibitors and artists looking to show their work for the very first time. All UK artists aged 16 or above can enter and are eligible to submit up […]

View article Ferens Art Gallery to be turned into giant canvas this October half term

Ferens Art Gallery to be turned into giant canvas this October half term

11th October 2021

The Ferens Art Gallery will turn one of its walls into a huge canvas this half term so that families can create a giant jungle gallery, inspired by one of Ferens’ most-loved paintings. As part of this year’s Big Draw, Hull-based street art collective Spray Creative will create a 2-metre-high spray paint version of one of […]

View article First Look at new Ferens exhibition celebrating Hull’s LGBTQ+ history and communities

First Look at new Ferens exhibition celebrating Hull’s LGBTQ+ history and communities

12th August 2021

A new exhibition celebrating Hull’s LGBTQ+ history opens at Ferens Art Gallery this Saturday (August 14). Hull Museums and Ferens Art Gallery have been working in partnership with local LGBTQ+ community groups to identify untold narratives in this community-led retelling of Hull’s LGBTQ+ history. Pride in Our City documents experiences of being part of LGBTQ+ […]

View article Ferens Art Gallery announces new curator

Ferens Art Gallery announces new curator

11th August 2021

The Ferens Art Gallery in Hull has appointed a new curator. Kerri Offord has joined the prestigious art gallery – which in 2018 was shortlisted for the Art Fund Museum of the Year award. Kerri, who was born in Stockport, has held positions at Gallery Oldham, the Victoria & Albert Museum, and Watts Gallery. Most […]

View article Make the most of the summer with fantastic FREE programme of activities and events from Hull Museums

Make the most of the summer with fantastic FREE programme of activities and events from Hull Museums

4th August 2021

The summer holidays have arrived and there is a whole host of free activities and attractions for visitors to enjoy across the city’s fantastic museums and galleries. From tours to trails, theatre performances to live music and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Hull Museums are inviting people to take part in activities on […]

View article First look at Ferens Open Exhibition 2021

First look at Ferens Open Exhibition 2021

22nd July 2021

The Ferens Open Exhibition is back. The exhibition, which celebrates some of the best artistic talent in the region, opens at Ferens Art Gallery on Saturday 24 July at 12 noon. The exhibition features more than 270 artworks including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, textiles and film produced by local amateur and professional artists. Many of […]