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Gherdai Hassell Studio

Gherdai Hassell is a multidisciplinary visual artist, educator, and public health practitioner and podcast host whose work explores the intersection of art, identity, and well-being. As an Arts in Medicine…

Emily Wai Ling, Lee

Born and raised in Hong Kong, Emily is an animal lover and an academically trained artist. She founded AEmily is an animal lover and an academically trained artist. She founded…

Karl Badkin – 3D Printing

Welcome to a one-stop studio for all things 3D printing — from design and consultancy to hands-on training and workshops. Whether you’re completely new to 3D printing or have some…

AWOL Studios Open Evening | Friday 3rd October, 6–9pm

We’re excited to announce the return of the AWOL Studios Open Evening, taking place on Friday 3rd October, 6–9pm at Hope Mill in Ancoats. For the 18th year, Open Studios is one…

Comme Ca Art x AWOL Studios Open Call Exhibition 2025!

We’re still feeling the buzz after Friday night’s Private View for the Comme Ca Art x AWOL Studios Open Call Exhibition 2025. This marks our fourth year running the Open Call,…

Life Drawing Marathon Manchester — Saturday 26 July 2025

100 Drawings. 12 Hours. One Unforgettable Challenge. Push your practice further this summer with the Life Drawing Marathon Manchester — a high-energy, short-pose drawing event designed for artists of all levels. This…

April 7, 2026

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113 Pollard Street, Ancoats,
Manchester M4 7JA

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