Presented as part of Calderdale’s vibrant year of culture celebrations, the showcase offers a unique glimpse into boundary-pushing creations from the region’s finest talents commissioned in 2023 to develop new projects.

Eight artists will present an array of new works, ranging from a mesmerising ‘Salon of Curlews’ and an immersive haunted house experience to VR explorations of retinal landscapes, folklore zines, intricately hand-woven works of art, and a giant mobile sculpture.  Themes of environment, belonging, and identity are entwined throughout the installations, launching  IOU’s Creation Centre with a six-week journey of artistic discovery.

Complementing the exhibition, IOU will host a rich programme of wrap-around activities including workshops, artist talks, and engaging interactive sessions – more information to follow

In 2023 supported by Calderdale Council  IOU was able to provide funded places for a group of exciting regional artists to develop a project with the opportunity for the work to be presented by IOU as part of Calderdale’s Year of Culture 2024.

The Artist Showcase is the culmination of the projects they have developed during their time on IOU’s Artist Development Programme or as one of our Artist in Residence at the IOU Hebden Bridge Hostel.

Learn more about the artists and their projects on IOU's website below. The showcase will take place at IOU Creation Centre, Dean Clough, Halifax, HX3 5AX.