The University of Salford Art Collection is delighted to partner with RHS Garden Bridgewater for a new programme of artist residencies in 2025-2026.
The project launches with multi-award winning artist Dr Yan Wang Preston undertaking the first residency of its kind at the garden, making new work in response to the history, geology and ecology of the site.
“We’re delighted to be working with RHS Bridgewater, which is such a beautiful asset right on our doorstep. I’ve been aware of Yan’s amazing work and her focus on the natural world for some time, and have been waiting for the right opportunity to work with her – we’re very excited.” – Lindsay Taylor, Curator of the University’s Art Collection
Find out more below, and check back for updates in Spring 2025 including our forthcoming events, exhibitions and opportunities. You can also join our quarterly newsletter here for updates.
November 2024: Meet the Artist
Meet our new artist in a video with RHS Garden Bridgewater. (Watch time: 4m30; subtitled).
Watch now on Youtube
November 2024: Residency announcement
Dr Yan Wang Preston is announced as the first artist-in-residence at RHS Garden Bridgewater. Read more here!