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The Art House is thrilled to continue their growing partnership with the Royal Society of Sculptors, welcoming the Gilbert Bayes Award Winners Exhibition to Wakefield.


Wakefield holds a celebrated reputation as a city of sculpture, making it the perfect home for this exciting showcase of emerging talent. This year’s exhibition features an inspiring collection of works by the 2024 Gilbert Bayes Award winners, offering a glimpse into some of the most exciting sculptural practices today.


The Gilbert Bayes Award, presented annually by the Royal Society of Sculptors, is designed to support early-career artists during the often challenging transition from study to professional practice. Open to sculptors of all backgrounds, ages, and training levels, the award encourages experimentation and creative risk-taking. Generously supported by the Gilbert Bayes Charitable Trust, this initiative plays a vital role in nurturing new talent in contemporary sculpture.


Curated by Clemency Cooke and Charlotte Latham, founders of Cooke Latham Gallery, this year’s exhibition brings together an impressive group of artists: Chris Thompson, Elinor HaynesEuphrosyne AndrewsJack EvansKishwar Kiani, Laura HillsLaura Ni Fhlaibhin, Maria PositanoMelania Toma, and Rong Bao.


Venue opening hours

Monday : Closed

Tuesday : 9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Wednesday : 9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Thursday : 9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Friday : 9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Saturday : 9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Sunday : Closed

Access facilities

  • Accessible Toilet
  • Assistance Dogs Welcome
  • Audio Described
  • Baby Changing Facilities
  • Braille And Tactile Signage
  • Hearing Aid Loop
  • Step Free Access
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Venue Details

Find us at

Drury Lane, Wakefield, WF1 2TE

Phone

01924312000

Email

info@the-arthouse.org.uk