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Exhibition examining spaces launches in Wolverhampton

An exhibition showcasing work from contemporary artists in the Black Country has officially been launched.

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Head curator Carol Thompson views a piece called Earth by Yinka Shonibare

The [Spaces] In-between project is focused on shared public spaces and people’s memories of spaces which once saw people come together.

The free exhibition has opened up at Wolverhampton’s Art Gallery after being developed by The Asylum Art Gallery and Arts Council England.

Waiting on Table 4 by Allen Jones

Councillor Stephen Simkins, cabinet member for city economy on Wolverhampton Council, said: “It is great to see partnership work still being achieved throughout this pandemic and that both galleries in the city are able to provide a platform and space for this work to be shown.

Dream T-shirt by Allen Jones

"Community projects and spaces are of such great importance and seeing how they can be utilised through this exhibition highlights how important art and culture is.”

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Artists include including Jayne Murray, Thomas J Brown, David Checkley, Sahjan Kooner, Fred Hubble, Tariq Evan, Charlotte Dunn, Helen Grundy, Jackie Sanderson and Theresa Bradbury.

The exhibition will run until January 17 next year at the Lichfield Street venue which is open from 10.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Saturday – and 11am to 4pm on Sunday.

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