Children's artwork showcased in exhibition on city

A new exhibition celebrating Bradford's people and places has opened at a city centre gallery.

The artworks, created by young people from 40 schools across the district, depict famous local figures such as magician Steven Frayne aka Dynamo and Sooty.

Displayed at the Dye House Gallery until 30 January, the 'Our Bradford' exhibition is free to attend.

After the event finishes, the creations will be displayed at libraries and leisure centres across the area.

The Local Democracy Reporting Service said each school had created a 2D artwork honouring a person of importance to their local community and a 3D piece of art showcasing the geography and buildings of their postcode.

Submitted pieces include sculptures of the Low Moor "Big Wheel" and Cliffe Castle Museum plus Shipley's clock tower.

Portraits of Dynamo, cricketer Adil Rashid and Sooty – the puppet creation of Bradford-born Harry Corbett – are also featured.

The project has been led by the headteacher of Home Farm Primary School, Jo Poole, and Tony Bullock, the visual arts coordinator for Bradford Council's Music and Arts Service.

The work celebrates Bradford, after the city was awarded the status of UK City of Culture for 2025, and all local schools were invited to participate.

Mrs Poole said: "Tony and I wanted to create an event to celebrate the uniqueness and individuality of the different parts of the district and its people.

"Through the art pieces I can see the pride our children have for their local hero and for their part of the Bradford district."

Councillor Sue Duffy, Bradford Council's portfolio holder for children and families, said was wonderful to see "the pride and passion the children have for where they live".

"'Our Bradford' is a testament to their creativity and the strong sense of community that defines our district," she added.

Entry to the gallery, which is part of the Bradford College campus, is open to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays from 11:00 GMT to 16:00 GMT.

It is also open between 10:30 GMT and 12:30 GMT on the first two Saturdays in January.

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