Northlight Artspace
At Northlight you can join a class but you can also come and take part in or visit
extra events such as Exhibitions, Artists Talks, ‘Show and Tell’ Evenings and Fairs
Artspace is the name that we have given to our multifunctional ground floor space. As well as a light teaching space the room is often transformed into a bright gallery and Exhibition Space. Our termly programme often includes exhibitions from guest artists. We usually have a preview evening on a Friday followed by the exhibition which is open to all over a weekend.
We also use this space for Artists Talks which are open to all students and the public usually on a Friday evening once a term. Artists may share their own work or give an illustrated talk on the work of a particular person or movement. Open discussion follows, plus an opportunity to socialise with a glass of wine.
‘Show and Tell’ Evenings take place usually once a term, again on a Friday evening - where our resident studio artist and students informally share what they are currently working on over a glass of wine. It’s an informal and safe place to talk about your work and receive feedback. The sessions are open to all - why don’t you come along and see - you don’t need to show your work you can just listen and ask questions.
Coming Up - Exhibitions and Events
Displacement, Hope and Connection
Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th October 11am to 5pm
Opening Night Friday 23rd October 7pm to 9pm
An exhibition for the Gaza Support Network. An opportunity to acquire original artworks at affordable prices. Every purchase will directly support families and projects in the Gaza Strip.
2nd Nature
Saturday 31st October and Sunday 1st November 11am to 4pm
Opening Night Friday 30th October 7pm to 9pm
An Exhibition by Debbie McCall, Katherine Wackerbarth and Naomi Goddard.
A thought provoking collection of hand printed images and abstract paintings of the natural world.
Mills and Hills of Hebden Bridge
Saturday 14th to Sunday 15th November 11am to 4pm
Opening Night Friday 13th November 7pm to 9pm
Gifted local artist Brian Boocock's paintings and prints of Hebden Bridge and the Calder Valley offer a distinctive tribute to the rugged landscapes and charismatic buildings that define this part of Yorkshire. Over 80 years of living and working locally, Brian sketched and painted tucked‑away farms, old textile mills and familiar landmarks, capturing both the drama of the hills and the atmosphere of the streets and waterways. This special exhibition at Northlight Gallery brings together a carefully chosen selection of his work, from quiet corners along the Rochdale Canal to sweeping town and hilltop vistas that many will instantly recognise. Visitors are invited to experience the Calder Valley through Brian's eyes, with all sales from the exhibition also helping to support the Charity Trust Fund of the Rotary Club of Hebden Bridge
Winter Open Studios
Friday 4th to Sunday 6th December
The Northlight Winter Fair
Saturday 12th December 2026
11am to 5pm
Artists Talks Evenings
Discover more about how artists work and share your experience over a glass of wine.
Sessions will vary from informal discussions, ‘Show & Tell’ evenings to more formal lectures.
£3 donation.
We present short exhibitions that dovetail around our course programme.