1853 Studios & Gallery

Oshorenoya David Francis & 1853 Studios present “In Solitude, Fantasies & Becoming” You’re warmly invited to In Solitude, Fantasies & Becoming, a solo exhibition by Oshorenoya David Francis at 1853 Studios, Mill 1 Gallery, Osborne Mill, Oldham, Manchester. Rooted in his lived experience as a Nigerian immigrant in the UK, after moving to pursue a better life and completing his Master’s degree, he chose to remain and continue growing both as an artist and as an individual. Through his work, Oshorenoya documents intimate moments of solitude, spaces shaped by reflection, emotional struggle, resilience, and self-discovery. Living away from family and navigating life independently, his journey is marked by both vulnerability and strength, capturing the reality of becoming. The exhibition also reflects his dreams and aspirations, painting visions of success, longing, and future possibilities. Ultimately, his works reveal how solitude can become a powerful force in shaping identity and personal transformation. Join us for the opening on 15th May 2026, 6–9pm, with the exhibition continuing 16th–17th May, 11am–4pm. Curated by Obi Nwaegbe and Natasha Virli. We look forward to welcoming you. Preview Show : Friday 15th May 6pm – 9:00pm Open : 16th & 17th May 11am – 4pm 1853 Studios Mill 1 Gallery, Osborne Mill, Waddington St, Oldham OL96QQ @francisodavid_art @oldhambynight @hidden.manchester @oldhamchroniclenews @theoldhamtimes #1853studios #manchesterart #oldham #oldhamart #manchesterartists

🌪 1853 Studios proudly presents Peripheries; a group exhibition featuring Rabia Begum, Thomas Bradley, Rio Darwin, Kamil Duda, Daisy Fulton, Gemma Lees, Mahrokh Mofid Nakhaei, and Iqra Tariq. Selected through our recent open call, this exhibition showcases works that interpret, expand upon, and celebrate the peripheries of our world and everyday lives... Preview: May 8th 6pm - 9pm Open: 8th - 23rd of May Thursday, Friday, Saturday 11am - 4pm ✨ @rabsarts @tcbscallig @_riodarwin @kamildudaart @daisyfultonart @gemmathepoet @mahrokh_mofid_nakhaei @iqra.tariq89 ✨ ℹ️ This exhibition takes place in our Mill 2 Gallery, located in Mill 2 of Osborne Mill. Head to the link in our bio for our precise Google location! When you arrive at our ground floor entrance, you will see a sign on the door with our gallery number on it - please call the number to let us know you’re here and we’ll come down to meet you. During the preview, the door will already be open with a member of our team to greet you. ♿️ Mill 2 Gallery is located on the 3rd floor. Access to the gallery is step free, via a ramp at the entrance and a lift. The entrance at the ramp is assisted wheelchair accessible, and a member of our team can meet you to assist with the door. There is also an accessible toilet on the same floor as the gallery. If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please don’t hesitate to contact [email protected] 🌀 Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT! Tonight we open our brand new Mill 2 Gallery! 🎉🎉🎉🎉 We have spent the last year planning and building this incredible gallery and we couldn’t be happier with how it’s turned out. It’s truly one of a kind, with expansive exhibition and performance space, and spectacular views of the Manchester skyline. We also cannot express our gratitude enough to all of the tradespeople, friends and studio residents that have helped bring this together. We couldn’t have done it without you. The biggest thank you to our Garry, who has worked tirelessly to make this place absolutely stunning (you won’t really see him featured but he’s integral to our project)! Tonight the gallery opens with this beautiful show by @benjaminsebastian and we couldn’t imagine anything more fitting and powerful for the opening. Preview tonight 6-9PM (all welcome just turn up!) or book to view on Thursdays, Fridays or Saturdays during the run (tomorrow til 10 May) - link in bio🔥🔥 #oldhamarts #greatermanchesterartists #oldhamartgallery #artgallerymanchester #artgallerygreatermanchester #manchesterartscene #greatermanchesterartists #exhibitionspacemanchester #oldham #whatsonoldham #

Inspired by my on going project ‘Made in Persia’, this work moves into the next chapter of my journey. A response to the ‘Peripheries’ exhibition and the works of artists @1853studios through the workshop:We Need to Keep This House Behind every woman like me stands the shadow of fear, punishment, censorship, and the constant threat designed to silence us.But we are still here.Still creating.Still resisting. The fight continues. Photography & videography by the incredible @melika_rafat_ #acesupported

The opening night of @francisodavid_art exhibition "In Solitude Fantasies & Becoming" has been wonderful Doors will be open from 11am until 4pm Tomorrow & Sunday in our Mill 1 Gallery. Make sure to come and see us & check out a fantastic show! ❤️ 1853 #1853studios #oldham #oldhamart #manchesterart #manchesterart

The latest episode of Our Art Podcast is out now on Spotify and Apple podcasts. Peripheries is an open call exhibition with a difference…it puts the artists first! In this episode, meet the artists as they share their work, their thoughts on open calls and what the art world needs more of. In this clips @luca.visual explains why she wanted to put the needs of artists ahead of everything when curating the exhibition, which runs until 23rd May @1853studios in Oldham. #oldham #art #podcast #opencall #ourartpodcast

Join us in our Mill 1 Gallery today from 6pm where @francisodavid_art launches his exhibition "In Solitude, Fantasies & Becoming" Here is a sneak peek, we would love to see as many of you here as possible ❤️ 1853 Studios @oldhambynight @loveoldham @hidden.manchester @ilovemanchester #1853studios #oldham #manchesterexhibition #artexhibition #greatermanchester

What a belting night! ✨ To the Artists who are exhibiting and to the people who came, supported and shared a beautiful evening with us THANK YOU from everyone at 1853 studios and gallery ✨ ☕️ We are OPEN today 11am - 4pm and Thursday Friday Saturday 11am - 4pm until the 23rd of May ☕️ 🤯 Tell tom dick harry your mum uncle and cousin to come and see the show, they won't regret it 📸 Video captured by the one and only @bill_eiffert ℹ️ This exhibition takes place in our Mill 2 Gallery, located in Mill 2 of Osborne Mill. Head to the link in our bio for our precise Google location! When you arrive at our ground floor entrance, you will see a sign on the door with our gallery number on it - please call the number to let us know you’re here and we’ll come down to meet you. ♿️ Mill 2 Gallery is located on the 3rd floor. Access to the gallery is step free, via a ramp at the entrance and a lift. The entrance at the ramp is assisted wheelchair accessible, and a member of our team can meet you to assist with the door. There is also an accessible toilet on the same floor as the gallery. If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please don’t hesitate to contact [email protected] 🌀 Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.

Last night Oriana, Masi, Aliya and Rebecca headed to @1853studios in Oldham to see ‘Peripheries’ - an open call group exhibition featuring: Rabia Begum, Thomas Bradley, Rio Darwin, Kamil Duda, Daisy Fulton, Gemma Lees, Mahrokh Mofidnakhaei, and Iqra Tariq. Open: 8th - 23rd of May at Mill 2 Gallery Thursday, Friday, Saturday 11am - 4pm @rabsarts @tcbscallig @_riodarwin @kamildudaart @daisyfultonart @gemmathepoet @mahrokh_mofid_nakhaei @iqra.tariq89 Don’t miss this exhibition - head to @1853studios for more info! #manchester #manchesterartscene #exhibition #contemporaryart #emergingartists

✨ Peripheries Group Show ✨ 🎨 Artist: Iqra Tariq "Iqra Tariq is currently studying for a part-time MA in Fine Art at Manchester Metropolitan University. She relocated to the UK in 2014 after earning her postgraduate degree in visual art miniature painting from Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Pakistan. As a mother of two, she has taken part in local exhibitions and also participated in the portrait Artist of the Year competition in 2021. Her artistic techniques draw inspiration from Mughal miniature painting from South Asian Art, primarily utilising watercolours and gouache in her artwork." 🌀 Preview: 8th of May 6pm - 9pm Performance Starts at 7pm 📍Mill 2 Gallery, 1853 Studios, Osborne Mill, Waddington St, Oldham OL9 6QQ - Link in bio for exact location

✨ Peripheries Group Show ✨ 🎨 Artist: Mahrokh Mofid Nakhaei "Mahrokh Mofid Nakhaei is an Iranian painter based in Manchester. She completed an MA in Painting at Manchester School of Art in 2024 and was part of the second cohort of the Apollo Painting School programme. Her practice explores interior space, perception, and the relationship between painting and architecture. Working primarily with oil on canvas, she creates paintings designed to be installed in corners and transitional spaces within galleries, examining how the placement of an artwork can shift the viewer’s perception. Through interconnected series, she constructs quiet interior scenes based on staged photographs, combining architectural elements, recurring motifs, and a restrained colour palette to evoke memory, atmosphere, and a sense of belonging" 🌀 Preview: 8th of May 6pm - 9pm Performance Starts at 7pm 📍Mill 2 Gallery, 1853 Studios, Osborne Mill, Waddington St, Oldham OL9 6QQ - Link in bio for exact location

Studio Tour with @dylanlisleart Dylan has been a long time resident of us in Mill 1 let's have a goosey gander round his Studio! #1853studios #studiotour #oldham #oldhamart #manchesterartists