Celebration of Wirral – Part 1

A tribute to the borough’s creative talents

Saturday 1st February, 2025
Start Yard, Birkenhead

The ‘Celebration of Wirral’ art exhibition at Start Yard marked the first instalment of a 2 part series dedicated to honouring the people and places that make Wirral unique. This exhibition brought together local artists to showcase their interpretations of the region’s rich culture, history, and vibrant communities.

Through a diverse collection of paintings, photography, and mixed media pieces, the exhibition captured the essence of Wirral’s landscapes, architecture, and the spirit of its residents. Each artwork told a story, reflecting personal connections and shared experiences that define the area’s identity.

‘Celebration of Wirral’ was more than just an art display – it was a tribute to the borough’s creative talents and a space for the community to come together and appreciate the beauty of their surroundings. Visitors were encouraged to engage with the works, sparking conversations about Wirral’s past, present, and future.

As the first part of a broader series, this exhibition set the stage for further explorations of Wirral’s artistic and cultural significance. It served as a reminder of the talent within the community and the importance of celebrating local artistry in meaningful ways.

Artists

Derek Prescott

Born in 1964 in Birkenhead. Education: MA in Postmodern Theory and Practice (Liverpool University/Tate) PGCE in Fine Art (Liverpool) BA…

Pete Carr

Pete Carr is a non-binary, autistic photographer and writer based in the Liverpool City Region, specialising in architecture, portraiture, and…

Laura Jayne Thomas

I have always been keen to explore the unpredictability, strength and softness of organic forms found in nature; this is a…

Daniel Meakin

“Ever since I executed my first painting when my school days era was coming to an end, and until the…

Wendy Woo

Wendy, originally from Manchester, has always been drawn to creativity. From sketching anatomy in school to making clothes, upcycling furniture…

Chris Britton

Chris Britton is a Wallasey-based photographer who’s work focuses on how light affects a scene or a subject. Most of…

Alison Butler

Through my original artwork, I like to explore my emotional response to life events and the local landscape. I enjoy…

Sandy Bryson

Sandy Bryson is an artist based in New Brighton, orginally from Liverpool, who has been painting for many years. She…

Dawn Quinn

Dawn Quinn, an artist living on Egremont Promenade for over three years, finds endless inspiration in her breathtaking surroundings. Overlooking…

Daniel Frost

Daniel Frost (b. 2001) is a British Photographer based in the North West of England. With a quiet thoughtfulness and…

Clare Wrench

Clare Wrench is a landscape artist based in Cheshire, who likes to create impressionistic and experimental abstract paintings. Artistic inspiration…

Venue

Start Yard,
108 Church Street,
Birkenhead, CH41 5JA

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