We are pleased to reveal that the London premiere of Shirley Baker: Life Through a Lens, the first feature length documentary devoted to Shirley’s life and work, will take place on May 18th at the Centre for British Photography, Jermyn St, … Continued
This new exhibition currently showing in Salford called Capturing the Modern Backdrop: Shirley Baker Photographing Salford was developed by the University of Salford and displays a selection of the artist’s works. The exhibition will focus on the way in which … Continued
With impressive new premises on Jermyn Street in central London, the new Centre for British Photography aims to create a new focal space and platform for photographers. The centre will hold exhibitions, events and talks. It is also collaborating with … Continued
We are pleased to announce further details of a new exhibition to take place in January at The University of Salford’s library. The show will include 14 of Shirley’s 1960s Salford street photos. It will be held at the Working Class … Continued
We are excited about the long-awaited new film ‘Shirley Baker: Life Through a Lens‘ by Jason Figgis. The film looks at Shirley Baker’s life and work. Shirley Baker, Life Through a Lens is written and produced by John West, co-produced … Continued
Shirley Baker now has a fifth Cafe Royal book out called Manchester and Salford Golden Age. These books are made in England, staple bound, and measure 14cm x 20cm. (We have been selling the set of 4 for £25 and singles … Continued
The Post War Modern 1945-1965 at the Barbican has finally come to a close. Focusing on ‘the new’, this incredible exhibition featured 48 artists and around 200 works of painting, sculpture, photography, collage and installation. The exhibition was painstakingly curated … Continued
A new exhibition entitled Postwar Modern – New Art in Britain 1945 – 1965 runs from 3 March to 26 June, taking place at the Barbican Art Gallery. On show are 200 works by 48 artists, and 14 of Shirley … Continued
We are very pleased to announce that the new exhibition at Tate Britain entitled After Industry: Communities in Northern England 1960s – 1980s is now open! Several works by Shirley Baker are exhibited, along with several other photographers working on … Continued
We are very pleased to announce that several street photographs of Shirley Baker’s will be going on show at Tate Britain. The work will be included in a “Spotlight” display opening on 13th December, to run for eight months. Spotlights … Continued