Cynthia Kenny: a city framed

Exhibition opens Monday 30 June at Wakefield Museum

Free – no booking required

Information from Wakefield Museum:

Celebrate the life and work of local artist Cynthia Kenny (1929-2021) and explore our changing city through her eyes.

Cynthia Kenny studied at Wakefield Art College and was an active member of the local artistic community. She became a celebrated and much-loved artist. From the 1960s to 2000s, Cynthia captured Wakefield with her paintbrush and pen.

Her works include rural landscapes, city skylines and studies of backyards and buildings. The evocative images cover iconic views and well-known landmarks, as well as hidden gems. Together they paint an intimate picture of a changing local landscape.

Spend some time in Cynthia’s Wakefield. What memories will the paintings spark? Put yourself in the picture and share your favourite local spots and viewpoints.

See Wakefield in a new light and be inspired to re-explore the city we call home.

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