What a pleasure it was to meet Helen Clapcott this week and sit down with her chat about her work at the Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery Greek Street Stockport, SK3 8AB Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery hosts the highly anticipated retrospective exhibition, *A Portrait of Stockport*, by renowned Northern artist Helen Clapcott. Over 100 of Helen’s artworks are on display, including standout pieces *The Power Station*, *The Last Carnival*, and *Brinksway 1979, Before The Motorway*.
Visitors can also enjoy a 20-minute video on Helen’s work by Tony Halton Films and the first major monograph on the artist, "In the Light of Buildings," authored by Andrew Lambirth Clapcott’s career spans decades, and her work captures the transformation of Stockport’s post-industrial landscape into a modern town.
Supported by Stockport Council and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, the exhibition is a key event in the gallery's calendar, with SAS Daniels as its main sponsor.
Who is Helen Clapcott?
Helen Clapcott is a northern artist known for her evocative depictions of post-industrial landscapes, particularly in her hometown of Stockport. Her works often capture the transformation of this once-industrial town, featuring mills, viaducts, and other key landmarks from the area. She is celebrated for her meticulous attention to detail, with many of her paintings based on extensive sketches. Clapcott has had a significant career spanning several decades and is recognised for her ability to document the evolution of urban spaces.
She is a graduate of the Royal Academy of Arts and has exhibited her work at major galleries, including Scolar Fine Art and the Osborne Samuel Gallery in London’s Mayfair. Her work is highly regarded for its portrayal of Northern England's shifting landscape, blending architectural history with a sense of nostalgia and change.
Dates and Times
Helen Clapcott Exhibition
September 28, 2024 - January 25, 2025, #everyone #helenclapcott #topfollowers
