05/04/2022
We are recruiting! CFCCA is seeking a Chief Operations Officer and a part-time Finance Assistant. Applications are open until Monday 18th April.
Find out more and apply via our website - link in bio.
Photo by Arthur Siuksta
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A unique art gallery that explores Chinese contemporary culture and visual art. Our galleries will not be reopening as planned on Wed 19th May.
Further details will be communicated. CFCCA is a unique art gallery with a year-round programme of socially engaged exhibitions, events and artist residencies. We have over 30 year’s experience of working with emerging and established artists to provide a space for conversation, debate and cross cultural exchange. We are the go to place to discover new artists and explore relevant global issues fr
Further details will be communicated. CFCCA is a unique art gallery with a year-round programme of socially engaged exhibitions, events and artist residencies. We have over 30 year’s experience of working with emerging and established artists to provide a space for conversation, debate and cross cultural exchange. We are the go to place to discover new artists and explore relevant global issues fr
Operating as usual
01/04/2022
Today in 2016 we were opening a new installation by Tsang Kin Wah, First Trumpet in the New Millennium.
Find out more about the work: http://tsangkinwah.com/work-the-first-trumpet and visit our online archive to discover more CFCCA projects - you can access it via our website, link in bio
#ExploreYourArchive
Photo by Constantin Brosteanu
25/03/2022
Nina Yuen's first UK solo show was opening at CFCCA this week in 2013. Find out more about Yuen's work: www.janelombardgallery.com/nina-yuen and browse our online archive via our website - link in bio #ExploreYourArchive #EYAArt
22/03/2022
Looking for a last minute Mothers Day gift? Our pop up shop is open 12.30pm - 4.30pm until this Friday - drop by for creative cards and perfect prezzies!
16/03/2022
25 years ago this week we opened the gallery (then the Chinese Arts Centre) on Edge Street – arriving in the Northern Quarter for the first time.
Here's the cover of our first programme for the new building - the inaugural exhibition was by Adam Wei and our events included calligraphy and Mandarin lessons.
#ExploreYourArchive #EYAArt
14/03/2022
There are just 2 days left to apply to be our new Director!
Could you lead the transformation of CFCCA into a national example of how a forward thinking art gallery can represent and inspire a new generation of artists and audiences?
Find our more via our website - link in bio
Image: Zheng Haozhong at CFCCA as part of Liverpool John Moore's painting prize, 2016. Photo by Arthur Siuksta
11/03/2022
Whodunnit? - Ming Wong's first UK solo show was opening at CFCCA this week in 2004. Find out more about the exhibition in the CFCCA archive which you can access via our website (link in bio) and about the artist's current work: mingwong.org
#ExploreYourArchive #EYAArt 📷Tim McConville
08/03/2022
Our pop up shop is back for March! Call in from 12pm - 4.30pm every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday until the 25th for Spring treats, Mother's Day gifts and more!
02/03/2022
Could you be CFCCA's new Director? We want to hear from leaders who:
- have lived experience + deep engagement with Chinese culture
- are committed to promoting cross cultural dialogue + understanding between cultures through the arts
- have ideas for more collaborative and devolved models of artistic leadership
Apply by 16.03.22 via our website - link in bio
Photograph: Artist Residency Studio during an open studio session. Photo by Arthur Siuksta
01/03/2022
This week back in 2004 @gordoncheung was CFCCA's artist-in-residence for the Breathe programme. Find out more about Cheung and his current work, including forthcoming shows at @theatkinsonsouthport and @alminerech Paris: gordoncheung.com
This photograph of Cheung at work in his studio is taken from the CFCCA Archive where you can find lots of info about our previous exhibitions and projects - access the archive for free via our website, link in bio
23/02/2022
It's the last few days of our pop up shop! Lots of lovely arts inspired gifts and treats still available - we're open today and tomorrow between 12 - 4.30pm
18/02/2022
We are seeking a creative and strategic Director to lead the transformation of CFCCA into a national example of how a forward thinking art gallery can represent and inspire a new generation of artists and audiences.
We are inviting ideas for different models of artistic leadership - more collaborative and devolved.
We want to hear from people who have lived experience and deep engagement with Chinese culture, and who are committed to promoting cross cultural dialogue and understanding between cultures through the arts.
Find out more via our website, link in bio - applications close at midday on Wednesday 16th March.
Photo by Arthur Siukstra
16/02/2022
This week in back in 2000 we were showing Seeing: Out of time by @schansuki – the first exhibition in the CFCCA’s At the Edge/New Commissions scheme
Find out more about Suki's work and her upcoming shows @the_Bluecoat & @daniellearnaudgallery on her website: http://sukichan.co.uk
This image is taken from CFCCA's archive where you can find lots of info and material on our past exhibitions and events, access it via our website, link in bio
16/02/2022
This week in back in 2000 we were showing Seeing: Out of time by @schansuk – the first exhibition in the CFCCA’s At the Edge/New Commissions scheme
Find out more about Suki's work and her upcoming shows @the_Bluecoat & @daniellearnaudgallery on her website: http://sukichan.co.uk
This image is taken from CFCCA's archive where you can find lots of info and material on our past exhibitions and events, access it via our website, link in bio
15/02/2022
Happy Lantern Festival everyone! If you’d like to celebrate the festival with some crafting at home, check out our family-friendly Lantern Making workshop with Stephanie Jong - you'll find it on our website homepage, link in bio
08/02/2022
For the (art) lover in your life - our pop up shop has some gorgeous Valentine's gifts and is open every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday between 12 - 4.30pm until the end of February 💝
Our selection includes the Pigments Collection of miniature paintbrush & paint palette earrings, necklaces & brooches; gold and silver lustre earrings & necklaces by @keramikamcr; and a selection of cherry blossom design accessories
02/02/2022
If you’re on the look out for some #YearoftheTiger treats or gifts our pop up shop is open every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday between 12 - 4.30pm until the end of February #LunarNewYear2022
02/02/2022
If you’re on the look out for some #YearoftheTiger treats or gifts our pop up shop is open every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday between 12 - 4.30pm until the end of February #LunarNewYear2022
02/02/2022
If you’re on the look out for some #YearoftheTiger treats or gifts our pop up shop is open every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday between 12 - 4.30pm until the end of February #LunarNewYear2022
01/02/2022
Happy Year of the Tiger!🐯
Gong hei fat choy! 恭喜发财
San Nin Faai Lok! 新 年 快 樂
We wish everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous #LunarNewYear2022 #ChineseNewYearMCR #YearOfTheTiger
26/01/2022
This week back in 2009 we were celebrating the opening of the first major solo @ericfongart exhibition, Seeing Beyond. It included portraits of Shanghai residents with their personal medicine collections, part of an exploration of individual experiences of health and the body - visit the artist's website to find out more: ericfong.com
This image of the flyer for the show is from CFCCA's digital archive. Our archive has lots of information and material relating to previous exhibitions and projects, you can explore it via our website - link in bio.
25/01/2022
To celebrate the Lunar New Year we're opening our pop up shop every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday until the end of February. Come along between 12 - 4.30pm to pick up some #YearoftheTiger goodies! #ChineseNewYearMCR
19/01/2022
This week in 2017 we were showing the final few days of @kirsty_harris_art How I Learned to Stop Worrying (1945-2016). Find out more here: https://www.kirstyharris.com/cfcca-in-manchester and keep an eye out for Kirsty Harris' forthcoming Spring / Summer solo show @studio.kind. 📷 by Constantin Brosteanu
20/12/2021
Our galleries are closed for now but we're looking forward to 2022 when we'll have exciting news to share about CFCCA’s future plans. In the meantime, we wish you all a safe, peaceful and enjoyable festive period!
13/12/2021
This week in 2015 we were opening Health Records, featuring new work by @claire.tindale and @nikicolclough created in response to the experience of delivering workshops at the bedside of patients on the Renal Unit at Manchester Royal Infirmary. The artists used practices developed through cultural exchange to respond to the personal identities and narratives of the patients on the Unit. The project was a collaboration with Kidneys for Life
Photograph by Paul Herrman
08/12/2021
18 years ago we were hosting our first ever show at the gallery on Thomas Street. Xu Bing’s exhibition included this installation, The Living Word 2 - search our archive to find out more about it and lots of other past projects at CFCCA - all on our website, link in bio
📷 by Tim McConville
06/12/2021
This week in 2004 we were opening Water Works, Song Dong’s first major solo exhibition in the UK, it included the new commission You Can Write Anything with Water – search our archive to find out more, link in bio
CFCCA Archive & Library GB3451/OC/D/1708/2/9
01/12/2021
Fancy some handmade decorations for your Christmas tree? These beauties are available in our festive pop up shop at the gallery, open 10.30am - 4.30pm til Saturday 4th December!
29/11/2021
We're accepting applications for new trustees for CFCCA's Board until tomorrow.
People with an existing interest and knowledge of Chinese contemporary art and culture are particularly welcome to apply, find out more and download an info pack via our website - link in bio
Image shows Tzu Ting-Wang, CFCCA Artist In Residence 2017, photo by Constantin Brosteanu
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Omid Asadi - Hansel and Gretel (2021) promo video
Peer to Peer: UK/HK Closing Remarks
Panel Seven: Making (it) work online (Peer to Peer: UK/HK)
Panel Four: Placemaking: Utopian Vision v Social Experiment (Peer to Peer: UK/HK)
Panel Three: Isn’t all art Activism? (Peer to Peer UK/HK)
Panel One: Artistic exchange in the time of a global pandemic (Peer to Peer: UK/HK)
Peer to Peer: UK/HK Opening Session and Welcome
Jerwood Art Fund Makers Open 2021
A virtual tour of CFCCA in 3D by the Centre for Virtual Environments (University of Salford), 2003
Origami Workshops this Sunday 25 November
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Samson Young: One of Two Stories, or Both
Caoi Fei, Haze and Fog (2013). Film Trailer.
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Jiayi Hu interview
Interview with Suki Chan
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Do Not Open It - Lu Pingyuan
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Amazing Residency Opportunity to spend 6 weeks in Hong Kong this summer with Videotage, open to UK-based artists.
Flights, Accommodation, materials, and expenses covered by CFCCA.
🇭🇰🇬🇧Deadline is soon - 28th Feb! 🇭🇰🇬🇧
http://cfcca.org.uk/opportunities/residency/
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35 of the best Chinese universities with great opportunities for British students will be at THE STUDENT WORLD FAIR 2018 just this weekend. An event not to be missed! Learn more and book your FREE tickets at thestudentworld.com/manchester
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