Sound
Jonathan Oakes captures Liam Hopkins at Cathedral of Sound
Earlier this summer, photographer Jonathan Oakes spent a morning in Mayfield Park capturing images of Liam Hopkins alongside his large-scale public sculpture, Cathedral of Sound. The collaboration had been on the cards for some time—Hopkins had long admired Oakes’ visual style, and the sculpture provided the right moment for the two Manchester-based creatives to work […]
Sound and Art: How Sound Shapes Creativity Across Mediums
Art is often thought of as a purely visual experience—paintings, sculptures, and digital creations that we take in with our eyes. But sound has played a fundamental role in artistic expression for centuries, especially within modern art. From ancient rituals to modern interactive installations, sound transforms how we experience and interpret art. Whether it’s the […]
Music for the Senses: A City-Wide Celebration of Sound and Art
Manchester has long been at the heart of music culture, and this summer, the city will come alive with an extraordinary fusion of music and art. Music for the Senses, a brand-new multi-sensory art trail, is set to take over the city from 7 July – 31 August 2025, offering residents and visitors alike the […]