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Postwar Modern exhibition at the Barbican
23 Feb 2022

Postwar Modern exhibition at the Barbican

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

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

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Tate Britain Spotlights exhibition now open
23 Dec 2021

Tate Britain Spotlights exhibition now open

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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

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Tate Britain shows works  by Shirley Baker in a new display about industry
14 Nov 2021

Tate Britain shows works by Shirley Baker in a new display about industry

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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

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Every dog has its day at this new Shirley Baker exhibition
22 Oct 2021

Every dog has its day at this new Shirley Baker exhibition

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Dog lovers will be thrilled to know there is an up and coming exhibition to open at London’s Kennel Club called For the Love of Dog: Pour L’amour du Chien. The exhibition, to open on 4th November, highlights Shirley Baker’s … Continued

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‘Life Through a Lens’ –Jason Figgis releases film promo
24 Aug 2021

‘Life Through a Lens’ –Jason Figgis releases film promo

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Film maker Jason Figgis has just released a promo of his upcoming documentary called “Life Through a Lens”. The film, produced by Figgis West, is a documentary that follows the life of Shirley Baker, exploring her motivation and passion for … Continued

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Postponed: British Culture Archive exhibition July 29th
23 Jul 2021

Postponed: British Culture Archive exhibition July 29th

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

We recently announced information about a new exhibition to be held by the British Culture Archive entitled A Woman’s Work, opening on 29 July in Manchester. The exhibition features work by Shirley Baker. We are very sorry to report that … Continued

The cat, the birthday and a mystery figure
16 Jun 2021

The cat, the birthday and a mystery figure

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People get in touch with the Shirley Baker Estate for a variety of reasons. Sometimes it’s to let them know they’ve spotted a familiar face in one of Shirley’s photographs, which is always a fascinating and emotional moment.  But a … Continued

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Museum of Youth Culture show on now
6 Dec 2020

Museum of Youth Culture show on now

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

We’re pleased to share the announcement that there’s a brand new show of Shirley Baker prints called How We Were. This exhibition has just opened at the Museum of Youth Culture’s basement gallery at Fouberts Place, off Carnaby St, in … Continued

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A Different Age has struck a chord
8 Jul 2020

A Different Age has struck a chord

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The online exhibition A Different Age which began in June is proving to be immensely popular. Its focus is on the elderly, a group who are still unable to take steps out of lockdown and are often finding themselves isolated … Continued

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A Trip to the Beach online print show
16 Jun 2020

A Trip to the Beach online print show

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The Photographers’ Gallery is hosting an online exhibition of Shirley Baker’s beach works called A Trip to the Beach. The exhibition is the perfect antidote to anyone yearning for sand and sea (plus donkeys, fairground rides and ice cream).  Southport, … Continued

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Latest news

  • Postwar Modern exhibition at the Barbican 23rd February 2022
  • Tate Britain Spotlights exhibition now open 23rd December 2021
  • Shirley Baker photograph of three children skipping in the road Tate Britain shows works by Shirley Baker in a new display about industry 14th November 2021
  • Every dog has its day at this new Shirley Baker exhibition 22nd October 2021
  • Shirley Baker photograph of street scene ‘Life Through a Lens’ –Jason Figgis releases film promo 24th August 2021
  • Shirley Baker photograph of prams in street Postponed: British Culture Archive exhibition July 29th 23rd July 2021

Filmmaker Jason Figgis talks about his new film: Life Through A Lens

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