Art

Explore stories, exhibitions, and local artists shaping North Shields’ creative scene. Discover murals, galleries, and the people behind our town’s art culture.

Net Worth – Prefab77’s wall mural for Elevation

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Net Worth by Prefab77, Lin's Seafoods North Shields Fish Quay. Photo by Wayne Bordoli

Discover Prefab77’s mural, Net Worth, on the gable end of Lin’s Seafoods at the heart of North Shields Fish Quay. Created for the Elevation Mural Festival, it portrays a steely-eyed fisherman in traditional gansey flanked by two fishing boats. This mural boldly honours the region’s maritime labour and heritage. Part of our complete guide to the Elevation Wall Murals. Meet the artists and explore the stories behind this creative town-wide project.

The Siren – Prefab77’s wall mural for Elevation

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The Siren by Prefab77, Albion Road. Photo by Wayne Bordoli

Discover Prefab77’s mural, The Siren, located on the gable end of the former Olde Hundred pub at the junction of Church Way and Albion Road. Created as the inaugural piece in the Elevation Mural Festival, it’s an allegorical tribute to the town’s history and the women who supported its fishing industry. Part of our complete guide to the Elevation Wall Murals. Meet the artists and explore the stories behind this creative town-wide project.

The Spirit of Shields – Mark One87’s wall mural for Elevation

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Discover local artist Mark One87’s mural, The Spirit of Shields, at North Shields Football Club. Created for the Elevation Festival, it celebrates the town’s fishing heritage. Part of our complete guide to the Elevation Wall Murals. Meet the artists and explore the stories behind this creative project.

I Beg That Sound – Ricky Also’s wall mural for Elevation

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I Beg That Sound by Ricky Also, Brandling Terrace. Photo by Wayne Bordoli

Discover Ricky Also’s mural, I Beg That Sound, located at Brandling Terrace. Created for the Elevation Mural Festival, it celebrates North Shields' vibrant music scene. Part of our complete guide to the Elevation Wall Murals. Meet the artists and explore the stories behind this creative town-wide project.

Exhibition: Harvest from the Deep

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Harvest from the Deep. North Shields Fisherman Martin Rogers at work

Photographs telling the story of North Shields’ fishing industry over the past decade are going on display as part of the town’s 800th anniversary celebrations. The...

Oceanus – KMG’s wall mural for Elevation

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Oceanus by KMG, wall mural for Elevation Mural Festival, North Shields

Discover KMG’s mural, Oceanus, located on the 55° Fisheries building at the bottom of Tanners Bank. Created for the Elevation Mural Festival, it reimagines the ancient Titan god of rivers, linking Roman mythology with local heritage along the banks of the Tyne. Part of our complete guide to the Elevation Wall Murals. Meet the artists and explore the stories behind this creative town-wide project.

The Chase – Nina Valkhoff’s wall mural for Elevation

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The Chase, Nina Valkhoff’s wall mural for Elevation Mural Festival, North Shields

Discover Nina Valkhoff’s mural, The Chase, located on Norfolk Street. Created for the Elevation Mural Festival, it captures an underwater chase between two gannets and a cormorant, reflecting the dynamic marine life where the River Tyne meets the North Sea. Part of our complete guide to the Elevation Wall Murals. Meet the artists and explore the stories behind this creative town-wide project.

Exhibition: Harvest from the Deep

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Harvest from the Deep. North Shields Fisherman Martin Rogers at work

Photographs telling the story of North Shields’ fishing industry over the past decade are going on display as part of the town’s 800th anniversary celebrations. The...

Elevation: Wall Murals are Coming to North Shields!

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The Elevation community arts foundation was created when a group of volunteers wanted to mark the 800th anniversary of North Shields with the production...

Photography: Capturing the Heart of North Shields

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