Bankley Open 2023 + Open Studios

About

Bankley’s annual Open Call exhibition returns this September with 17 exciting artists from all over the country. The selection, made by Jessica Bennett (Director at Paradise Works), Xhi Ndubisi (Artist and Curator), and Chris Alton (artist and Secretary at Bankley Studios + Gallery) presents a snapshot of some of the most exciting artists working today.

On the opening weekend all three floors of Bankley Studios will also be open to the public.

Dates and Times

• Opening Night + Award Ceremony + Bankley Open Studios: 6-9pm Friday 8th September
• Exhibition Continues: 12-4pm Saturdays + Sundays until 24th September
• Bankley Open Studios: 6-9pm Friday 8th September + 12-4pm Saturday 9th September

Access Information

Bankley Gallery is situated on the first floor of an old mill building, which unfortunately is currently only accessible by stairs. The building is located just off the main road, with regular bus services from Manchester and Stockport, and is around 450m from Levenshulme train station. The station has no lift and both platforms are only accessible by stairs.

About

Bankley Studios + Gallery is a cooperatively run artists’ studio group, home to over 30 artists across three floors, with an art gallery on the first floor. The gallery is regularly open to the public and welcomes you to a wide range of free exhibitions and events. Public opening times vary so check our social media platforms and website, or contact: gallery@bankley.org.uk