Nottingham is known for its vibrant creative scene, especially throughout Sneinton and Hockley in its many galleries, colourful street art murals and independent artist studios. Despite how many the city has, there are few that have stood the test of time quite like Surface Gallery which is set to celebrate its 25th anniversary next year.
The gallery is located on Southwell Road and is gearing up to launch its annual Postcard Show which sees hundreds of postcard-sized pieces of art sent in from around the world. While the gallery makes it look effortless, it's no easy task to curate, hang and catalogue hundreds of mini-artworks.
Jez Kirby, exhibition co-ordinator at Surface Gallery, said: "Surface was founded by three fine art graduates calling themselves Turtle Arts and it was in the basement of the volunteer centre on Mansfield Road. It became a hub for local artists, fine art students and recent graduates but it was very informal.
