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Street Life exhibition at The Centre for British Photography
26 Jan 2023

Street Life exhibition at The Centre for British Photography

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

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

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Exhibition about Salford University and its history
6 Jan 2023

Exhibition about Salford University and its history

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

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

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“Life Through A Lens” a new film by Jason Figgis set for release early 2023
1 Dec 2022

“Life Through A Lens” a new film by Jason Figgis set for release early 2023

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

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

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Christmas news: a new book and exhibition announcement for the New Year
9 Nov 2022

Christmas news: a new book and exhibition announcement for the New Year

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

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

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Images from Postwar Modern – Barbican
15 Jul 2022

Images from Postwar Modern – Barbican

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

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

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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

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

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

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

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

by NAN LEVY | posted in: News | 0

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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Exhibition On Now

Play Power at Sainsbury Centre, Norfolk. 16 May - 4 October.

Exhibition Coming Soon

Shirley Baker: Children at Play at Stapleford Granary, Cambridge. 11 June - 25 August

News Posts

  • Shirley Baker photograph of prams in street Cambridge exhibition “Children at Play” to open in June 20th May 2026
  • Sainsbury Centre spring show Play Power 9th April 2026
  • Shirley Baker - children in the street Dark Peak photo festival features Shirley Baker 16th February 2026
  • Photographes Voyageuses: an exhibition of art inspired by travel 7th November 2025
  • Shirley Baker’s photography showcases Stockport’s youth culture 17th October 2025
  • shirley baker boy on bike cycling photograph View Shirley Baker works at a new exhibition at Contemporary Six gallery, Cheshire 10th September 2025

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