A photographer’s ode to the student years – Richard Davis’ love letter to Manchester
At the time Richard Davis didn’t know that his photography of the red-brick walls and dark canals of nineties Manchester would become a testament to an era in time before everything changed forever
I’m not afraid of red, yellow, and blue: A defence of modern art
One of the complaints that is often rallied against ‘modern art’ is that it is pretentious. Contemporary art, however, is made for you, a modern person, so take a big gulp and dive in
Get to know the Whitworth Art Gallery
While the Whitworth Art Gallery is only two minutes from campus, it’s still criminally underrated as an artistic and community space in the student community
A celebration of Jewish art in Manchester: Introducing Synagogue Scratch
This month, Synagogue Scratch is returning to Manchester Jewish Museum. The series represents a unique opportunity to enjoy new, groundbreaking performances by Jewish artists, in the museum’s beautifully preserved 1874 Synagogue.
Making Manchester #3: Eleanor Haigh
Performing across the UK from Edinburgh Fringe to London, Eleanor Haigh embraces the spotlight with a multitude of talent. She breaks down what draws her to the arts and the biggest challenges facing artists today.
Horoscopes: Art meets star signs
This week we’re helping you align your planets with paintings. Check out the artist whose style suits your star sign.
Making Manchester #2: Laurent Swyngedauw
Continuing our Mancunian series, Laurent Swyngedauw tells us the best spots for capturing great shots in Manchester, and how make a photograph your own
The Exorcism of Susan Fox – Recovering a lost soul: LIVE
Fox releases her new book, ‘The Exorcism of Susan Fox’, with an unforgettable evening of live performance combining poetry, film and an exorcism
40 Years of the Future: Painting abstract exhibition review
The abstract and the figurative collide in the thought-provoking first installation of Castlefield Gallery’s 40th Anniversary celebrations
Review: Please Feel Free to Ignore My Work by David Hoyle
This month, Factory International’s Aviva Studios welcomes renowned artist David Hoyle, in a three week residency spanning multiple art forms.
Making Manchester #1: Anna Marsden
We’re kicking off our new feature, Making Manchester, by quizzing photographer Anna Marsden about her practice and what inspires her
‘Golden Mummies of Egypt’: A poem by Harry Sharples
Harry Sharples’ poem “Golden Mummies of Egypt”, takes inspiration from the halls of Manchester Museum, offering a fresh perspective on the fate of an ancient woman.
Four women who make the art world a better place
To celebrate International Women’s Day 2024, we asked our writers to tell us a bit about their favourite women artists.
Sonny Angels: The art history behind your new best friend
Sonny Angels are going viral on TikTok right now, but did you know there’s a long art historical tradition behind the adorable dolls?
The Whitworth’s Dürer Exhibition is coming to an end: Have you seen it yet?
Dürer, German’s Renaissance painter and theorist, has made a home for himself at The Whitworth. Visit profound work soon before he’s gone…
Review: FACE TO FACE at the Fête of Britain
Brian Eno’s installation FACE TO FACE at Aviva Studios invites focus and contemplation on the state of things and how we might change them.
Surf Cerrito print workshop review: a mini artistic outlet
Miss getting your hands dirty? Explore the artistic opportunities Manchester has to offer, starting off with MMU Surf x Surf Cerrito print workshop. A print workshop, sale and social all in one.
In conversation with Jo Lathwood: Art manifestos, the conflicts of making, and the next realm
The Mancunion chats with installation artist Jo Lathwood, about her new exhibition Making Up, a thought-provoking piece exploring journeys, materials and the environment at Salford Quay’s The Lowry
Indelicate 4.0: Are sex and art mutually exclusive?
The Mancunion explores the magical world of West Art Collective’s fetish and sex-positive art exhibition, Indelicate 4.0. The naughtiest night in Manchester celebrates all things pleasure, desire and sex through art, risqué performances, and workshops
Across the Channel: Impressionism in Manchester
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the French Impressionist movement, The Mancunion delves into Manchester’s connections with the movement.