Meet the artists of the Manchester Academy of Fine Arts

Working across painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography, textiles, ceramics, architecture and more, our members represent a broad and evolving range of contemporary fine art practice.

Explore individual profiles to learn more about each artist, their work and their approach.

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Adam Ralston

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Gill Hamilton

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Anna Thomas

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Harry Stirrup

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Maggie Robinson

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Tim Brennan

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Edward Mackenzie

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Jen Orpin

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Louise Ventris

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Lorraine Rudyard

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Sheila Dewsbury

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Michael Hatjoullis

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Joanne Taylor-Wilson

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Jean Fenton

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Pam Ibbotson

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Lucy Manfredi

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Pat Niemira

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Dean Bland

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Joanne Risley

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Steven P. Smith

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Thinking of joining MAFA?

MAFA welcomes applications from professional practising artists working across a wide range of disciplines. Membership offers opportunities to exhibit, connect with fellow artists and contribute to one of the UK’s oldest and most respected artist-led organisations.

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Applications open annually for a limited period.

If applications are currently closed, we encourage you to review the eligibility criteria and application process so you’re ready when the next submission window opens.