In December 2021, we exhibited work from Crisis graduates San, Laura and Grantley, who each particpated in Crisis’ art programme- with an aim to putting their talents to commercial use.

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San has a degree in architecture. Her work explores regeneration as part of an evolutionary process. Regeneration demonstrates current use of the land. It embodies a dynamic interaction between interior and exterior space and co-exists with memories laid during previous uses of the site.

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Laura’s work celebrates the complexity of our natural world. Through meticulous detail, she communicates a wholesome and powerful simplicity. It’s a clear message: everything plays a part and nothing is to be overlooked.

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From the visual extravagance of David Bowie and Elton John, to the raw rap of 2Pac- there is no difficulty recognising Grantley’s subjects. Grantley likes his paintings to reflect the real world. At the same time, it offers more. Take a look at the Bowie portrait: the soldiers represent the singer’s commitment to campaigning for the rights of Aborigines.

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Included an exhibition of photographs by the young photographer Oli, who documented homeless individuals he met in Birmingham. This event raised money for Crisis UK.