Richard Morris

It was exactly 15 years ago when I asked 40 colleagues to nominate one personal object that represented the work that we'd all done towards the development of Manchester - One:Objective. Some are no longer with us, but their choices fascinate still: tinyurl.com/36yfj96z

In these desperate times of global geopolitical turmoil, could Manchester one day become a devastated city? Read the dystopian story of one man stranded alone amidst the destruction: richardmorriswrites.co.uk/city-centre-af…

An exhibition of five artists in Manchester, showing their creative work for wellbeing, organised by Jennifer Gilbert and the Arts and Health Hub. Launch On Saturday May 24th, at 53two, with a live performance from Ushiku Crisafulli. The power of art: richardmorriswrites.co.uk/creativity-for…

Tom Molloy's latest work observing Manchester people, Manchester life and Manchester humour. 'The Barber of Shudehill' is a play about 8 old friends reuniting on a train journey to London. Funny, hard hitting and excoriating. Read the background story: richardmorriswrites.co.uk/the-barber-of-…

Read about sculptor Mitzi Cunliffe's journey from New York to Manchester and the BAFTA mask she designed in her Didsbury garage 70 years ago - plus her little known but lauded work on the creation of Heaton Park Pumping Station. richardmorriswrites.co.uk/new-york-didsb…

In the studios of @peoplewithgrit in central Manchester is the fascinating workshop of Chris Polin, crafting bespoke guitars. Read how work experience in Donegal many years ago ultimately brought Chris to Manchester, making works of musical art: richardmorriswrites.co.uk/while-my-guitar

The story of how Sophie & John Macaulay created @PeopleWithGrit and @ArtBattleMCR - and what the future holds for their contribution to the arts in Manchester: "Our aim is to build a huge tribe of artists and creatives." Read more: richardmorriswrites.co.uk/these-things-c…

Annual visit to Rogue Artists' Studios this weekend. Always interesting and informative. Includes Rogue Women 3, on show until October 27th. From that show the captivating 'Dance Studio' by Lindsey Bull and a stunningly beautiful full length figure by guest artist Amy Dury.

This painting depicts an intimate moment between a mother and child. Ghislaine’s brushstrokes are loose and expressive, with bold outlines defining their figures while allowing the forms to blend softly, reflecting the emotional bond between them. 'Cordelia with Bryn'

In these tragic European times a look back at letters from Nina-a woman in Manchester in the 1950s. Letters from my family archives trace a love story back to the USSR. Sad and poignant. But why was Nina in Manchester - and who was Joe? Download free: tinyurl.com/yvba2a7y

Read John's story. This isn't based on a true story, this is a true story. Every word. Names have been changed to protect the innocent, the guilty...and the culpable. Available as a free download: richardmorriswrites.co.uk/john-a-true-st…

Called in to the preview of @GhislaineHoward ‘s retrospective this morning @ContemporarySix on Princess Street. Beautiful and enigmatic as always. Exhibition runs until September 28th. Take some time to absorb captured moments.

Have a look at @lengrant's latest @NQManchester book, focusing on Bars and Barbers. Drawings, overheard conversations, the people and hubbub of Manchester's most vibrant, varied district. Book launch Wednesday 4th at Foundation, Lever Street. 6-9pm. richardmorriswrites.co.uk/len-grant-bars…

A visit to the new Concept Store OLOX in the Rossendale Valley revealed an eclectic mix of everything fashion and design related...plus works by arguably the region's most productive artist of past decades. Read the story of both OLOX and Dave Pearson: richardmorriswrites.co.uk/never-mind-the…

I stepped into FACE OFF, @Judewainwright's new exhibition of 20 self portraits @saan1mcr, Kelvin street NQ until 11.05. The invitation was to Judopia...the world she inhabits. As always a glimpse into 'where a new land awaits.' Maybe read a little more: richardmorriswrites.co.uk/jude-wainwrigh…

Spent some time looking very closely at the Adolphe Valette textile designs @ContemporarySix yesterday. Not the Valette we know from @mcrartgallery. A surprising, wide ranging show of pure design and drawing. Exhibition runs until May 18th. Not to be missed. #botanique #design

Maybe you have seen Adolphe Valette's iconic #manchester paintings in @mcrartgallery. But there was another side to this great painter. See his floral designs @ContemporarySix from Saturday April 27th and read more about how & why this work was created: richardmorriswrites.co.uk/adolphe-valett…

Discover paint turned into light in Adam Ralston's current exhibition @ContemporarySix. 'Cityscapes and Waterways' captures the streets of Manchester and the vistas of Venice. Exhibition runs until April 6th, a must visit this Easter weekend. Read more: richardmorriswrites.co.uk/adam-ralston-c…

I wanted to chat with Mark Kennedy about his Irish Nation mosaics featured on a City wide trail around Manchester throughout March. 17 Irish icons as stunning works of art. As always the conversation with Mark took unexpected directions. Read more: richardmorriswrites.co.uk/irish-nation-m…

I was intrigued by a small portrait in the Manchester Open Exhibition @HOME_mcr. A portrait by Heather Alderson. I knew that I needed to know more and so I visited her @rogueartists_studios. I found out the full story. Read more at richardmorriswrites.co.uk/heather-alders…