theartmarket is an artist-led initiative and a hub of creative activity in Leeds City Centre based in the Merrion Market since December 2006. Inviting a large community of artists, curators, press, and others involved in the art sector as well as an increasing footfall of audience members to a range of art activities including hands on workshops.

theartmarket’s current core is: Zoe Sawyer, Sarah Dee Barrett, Alicia Talikowska and Joe Mawson.

It’s very easy to get involved and/or become a kunstfreund at theartmarket, drop us a line or pop in for a chat.

Feel free to make comments on this blog.

If you would prefer to email us, use this address here: theartmarket(DOT)leeds(AT)gmail.com

‘Sea to Shining Sea’ Matthew Shelton

‘Artgos’ theartmarket & artsparkle

Vintage and craft sale

‘I don’t believe in painting’ Toby Juliff

‘Show your Gestures’ Mia Chen & HaYoung Joo

We put a rainbow over The Merrion Centre. You don’t believe me do you?