10 hours ago
Record number of artists set for Cockermouth street exhibition
A record number of artists are set to transform Cockermouth streets into an exhibition.
33 artists and designer-makers from across North Cumbria are preparing to display their artwork in the retail shop windows of Cockermouth from July 3 to July 21.
This annual visual art display, known as Meanders, is affiliated with Cockermouth Live, an annual festival.
A map and guide of Meanders 2025 (Image: Supplied) Cockermouth Live will run from July 3 to July 6, kickstarting the Meanders exhibition.
The collaboration between Meanders and Cockermouth Live has created a platform for both visual and musical artists to display their talents, designed to broaden the appeal of the event.
The event has gained a large following from families, residents, visitors, and art and music enthusiasts.
Visitors can follow a map trail, discovering various places and shops in the process.
Artists and outlets for Meanders 2025 (Image: Supplied) During the Cockermouth Live weekend, people can enjoy live music in and around many venues while visiting the art displays.
The Meanders event is organised by a group of artists known as 'Art People'.
The artists participating and examples of some of the work on display can be seen on the Art People Facebook page, Cockermouth Live Facebook, and in their brochure.
Maps are available from retailers around the town, Percy House Gallery, Recreate & Make, the EVAN Gallery, Penrith, and The Fountain Gallery, Wigton, among others.
A range of art forms will be on display, including painting, printing, embroidery, mosaic, textile art, and jewellery making.
The West Cumbrian organisers, Art People, said: "We have aligned our dates to become affiliated with the Cockermouth Live Festival.
"Meanders runs for over two weeks but launches with the festival this year and we have more artists than in any previous year.
"This event goes from strength to strength, helped along by the retailers.
"We are bringing the art gallery onto the street.
"Helping bring art to a wider audience."
The Art People includes Helen Clues, Alison Marrs, Sarah Ames, Natalie Burns, and Maggi Toner-Edgar.
The Meanders 2025 event will run from July 3 to July 21, with a record number of artists participating this year.
