Albert Bluett B-C is an artist creating paintings, drawings, murals and prints that explore truth, justice, war and the contemporary landscape, informed by his experiences and cultural surroundings as a native of the North East based in Sunderland.
Auburn Langley is director of Sunderland Lit & Phil CIC, hosting monthly conversations with topical panels and discussion groups that highlight local creatives and experts, and leading calligraphy and zine-making workshops exploring women's, queer, anti-colonial, working-class Northern history.
Eleanor Osada is a multidisciplinary graphic designer, photographer and photo editor specialising in bold, music-focused visuals, from merch and tour posters to social assets, packaging and live-gig photography; work featured by Warner Music, Ticketmaster, NME and The Times.
Kay Black is an internationally published alternative model, fire performance artist and aerialist specialising in hoop and pole, based in Sunderland (@kay.blvckk).
Larissa Padgett is a Sunderland-based contemporary artist who creates mixed-media portraits exploring identity, healing, feminine power and the journey back to oneself; her Unlearning Silence: The Courage to Be series examines moving from people-pleasing and self-silencing to authenticity and self-worth.
Artist in Sunderland creating alternative paintings and mixed-media work, prioritising sustainability by repurposing thrifted materials; currently developing Scenic Roots Studio, a retail and studio space for alternative artists to sell and socialise.
Portrait, pageant and boudoir photographer Steve Hodgson is based in Sunderland; portfolio at htpps://wearsidephotography.co.uk and Instagram @wearsidephotography.