‘Made in the Middle first launched in 1988, showcasing the best contemporary crafts being made in the East and West Midlands. It explores a wide range of craft processes, expertise, skills and thinking.
The exhibition plays an important role in raising the profile of individual artists and excellence in making. Touring to galleries and museums in the region it creates accessible opportunities to see and purchase work by regional artists.
In each version of Made in the Middle the work selected highlights current innovation and trends in craft. Always curated through an open selection process, artists are supported to show work which extends their interests and practice.’
31 artists have been selected for this touring exhibition’s ninth series which is organised by Craftspace. The exhibition will begin at Leicester Gallery in January 2025.
Made in the Middle Tour (2025-26)
-Leicester Gallery, De Montfort University: 25th January - 22nd March 2025
-Hub, Sleaford: 5th April - 6th July 2025
-Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery: 27th September - 22nd November 2025
-Midlands Art Centre, Birmingham: 14th February - 11th April 2026