Through A City Less Grey we aim to support the development of new work with artists who’s practice or aspects of their practice operates outside of traditional art establishments and to profile the wide spectrum of Street Art.
To make this happen we work with artists that understand the importance of the local and the need to embed work within communities.
We hope you enjoy how we are striving to make Leeds a more creative city and to profile the identities and distinctiveness of our communities.
Contact us with any feedback or suggestions.
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Residency
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News
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News
Reflections of Carnival Mural
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Commission
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Artist support
What and Why A City Less Grey
We have a long history of working with artists who choose to make art in public places. From performances, take-overs, interventions to Street Art or Public Art.
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What an accolade
A City Less Grey wins Leeds Architecture Award 2018
We’re delighted that A City Less Grey has scooped yet another award!
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Artist support
A City Less Grey: Talking murals with Mike Winnard 2018
We spoke to Mike on completion of the artwork, who told us a little bit more about the project and how he found the process of creating the mural.