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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

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

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

Karl Coombes, Manchester 1980s, Manchester photograpy, photography 1980s, Shirley Baker
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

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

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

A different age, elderly people, online exhibition, Shirley Baker
A Trip to the Beach online print show
16 Jun 2020

A Trip to the Beach online print show

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

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

A trip to the beach, beach photography, online exhibition, The Photographers' Gallery
James Hyman Gallery presents A Different Age
5 Jun 2020

James Hyman Gallery presents A Different Age

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

The lockdown period during Coronavirus has been especially difficult for the elderly in our communities. With this in mind, Nan Levy, daughter of Shirley Baker, decided to devote a new exhibition to depictions of older people and got together with … Continued

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Photo fundraiser for The Trussell Trust
8 May 2020

Photo fundraiser for The Trussell Trust

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

Nan Levy, the daughter of Shirley Baker is delighted to present a sale to help food poverty in collaboration with The Trussell Trust… I have been thinking about what I can do to help during this Coronaviruscrisis. My mother, Shirley … Continued

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The greening of Salford
29 Apr 2020

The greening of Salford

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

Salford recently hit the headlines with its forward-thinking green credentials. Such an accolade has come as a surprise to many. As The Guardian states: one would expect that honour to go to the likes of Brighton or Bristol. Instead, the … Continued

Salford, Salford photos, Salford Quays, The Lowry
Youth culture: new photo gallery
30 Mar 2020

Youth culture: new photo gallery

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

We are always delighted to receive emails from our web visitors with suggestions of what you would like to see on this website. One thing that we are constantly asked for is – more photographs! So with this in mind, … Continued

punks, Shirley Baker, youth
28 Jan 2020

Through the eyes of Shirley Baker: the Leeds talk

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

Saturday’s talk entitled Through the Eyes of Shirley Baker, and presented by Leeds-based bookshop Village Books, was a fascinating and thought-provoking event, extending over its allotted hour as the Q&A got into its stride. Presiding over the panel was Lou … Continued

Anna Douglas, Griselda Pollock, Hyde Park Picture House, Leeds, Lou Stoppard

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Opening show of The Centre for British Photography

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