Artists and Sustainability: Out Here
Posted on 27 May 2026
Many of the artists currently exhibiting in Out Here have previously taken part in our Artists and Sustainability spotlight series, so we’re bringing those conversations together in one place, tracing the relationships and practices that continue to grow through Castlefield Gallery. Read the spotlights, then come and see where those conversations have led – the work they’re making right now in Out Here.
The featured artists reflect connections built across decades, programmes and collaborations:
Shezad Dawood’s relationship with Castlefield Gallery spans more than 20 years, reflecting a long-standing dialogue between artist and institution that has developed across multiple exhibitions, conversations and moments of exchange.
“I continue to believe that the art ecosystem can help by opening conversations with audiences to raise awareness, develop empathy and bring scientific data to life in interesting and engaging ways.”
Read Shezad Dawood’s Interview HERE.
Keziah Thomas-Mellor’s relationship with Castlefield Gallery developed through the Manchester School of Art Mentees programme, a scheme designed to help new graduates at a formative stage in their career development. Her inclusion in Out Here reflects the importance of long-term artist development and the value of supporting practices as they evolve over time.
Read Keziah Thomas-Mellor’s Interview HERE
Adam Rawlinson’s connection with Castlefield Gallery began through Salford Scholars, a programme designed with our partners Salford Art Collection, to help new graduates at a formative stage in their career development. His inclusion in Out Here reflects Castlefield Gallery’s ongoing commitment to supporting artists and building relationships that continue beyond a single project or programme.
“As the clichéd saying goes, actions speak louder than words. Through action is the most effective route to starting this conversation and making positive changes. At Castlefield Gallery for example, they have an environmental responsibility statement (which you can read here), that is supported and evidenced by the actions taken by the gallery and the individuals within its organisation.”
Read Adam Rawlinson’s Interview HERE
Ashleigh Beattie’s relationship with Castlefield Gallery has developed through Castlefield Gallery Associates, our artist development network supporting artists across Greater Manchester and beyond. Working across sculpture, installation and image-making Beattie’s inclusion in Out Here reflects the ways artist development programmes can foster long-term creative relationships, supporting practices as they expand and evolve over time.
“In my practice I explore narratives of migration and displacement, which constantly bring me back to the issues of Climate change. Climate change is a big factor in global and even national level migration. The relationship we as human beings have to the land we live on has become more fractured and out of sync.”
Read Ashleigh Beattie’s Interview HERE
Steve Sutton’s relationship with Castlefield Gallery has developed through bOlder, our support programme for artists aged 50 and over, alongside his ongoing involvement in our free and open to all SPARK network. Sutton’s practice often draws together sculpture and found materials. His inclusion in Out Here also reflects Castlefield Gallery’s commitment to supporting artists and our relationships.
Read Steve Sutton’s Interview HERE
We also got to know the works of Emilia Hewitt through our ongoing relationship with Venture Arts.
Images
Out Here at Castlefield Gallery, 2026, courtesy of Jules Lister
