Last Chance to See the Mural Artist at Work

Last Chance to See the Mural Artist at Work

Local artist Gary Carroll will be putting the final touches on the large outdoor mural he has been painting over the last few weeks on the side of the Rooftop Arts building. The final details and colouring highlights will be added over the next few days to complete the work. It has taken shape really well and has attracted a lot of attention and positive comments.

Numerous people have stopped by to admire the work and Gary, being well known in Corby, has met some old friends he has not seen in a while and renewed these friendships.

Dinah Kazakoff, the Rooftop Arts Gallery Director commented, “art has a way of bringing the community together and Gary’s work is a good example of that, the mural speaks to Corby’s industrial past and has also attracted the attention and admiration of the town’s youth as well”.

At 8ft x 10ft this is one of the largest paintings the artist has done and his work has attracted 3 potential commissions from local business owners who would like to discuss similar size works at their businesses.

If you would like to see the final stages of his work, Gary will be outside completing his painting during the Rooftop Arts open hours from 11am to 4pm.

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Adding Colour to the New Mural

Adding Colour to the New Mural

The New Mural is Taking Shape

Gary Carroll, the artist behind the new Mural being created on the side of the Rooftop Arts Centre, is starting to add colour to the artwork. The mono tones of the base layer of the mural have started to come alive with the addition of some colour aspects. This is a major work of art that Gary has been working on for over a week now, and he has started to add colour onto the piece to bring it to life.

He estimates it will take about another week to complete the work, and each day the changes becomes more and more noticeable. He has had a great deal of visitors stopping by to admire his work in progress. Between this and his regular work as a Tattoo Artist, weather permitting, he will be out every day next week to put the finishing touches on the art work.

Please feel free to stop by and say hello.

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New Outdoor Wall Art at the Rooftop

New Outdoor Wall Art at the Rooftop

Have You Seen Our New Mural Yet ?

Local artist Gary Carroll is in the process of painting a very large mural on the side of the Rooftop Arts Centre at 27 New Post Office Sq. in Corby.  The large scale art work is being drawn by hand, in acrylic paint and measures some 8 x10 feet high.

He has been working on the piece for the last few days which is now starting to take shape and become more recognizable every day.  His work has caught the attention of many people passing by who have stopped to admire the work, speak to the artist, and to keep him supplied with cups of hot coffee in the cooler weather we have experienced this week. The mural is loosely based on Corby’s industrial past with some modern influences.

Gary expects the work to take around 7 more days to complete and will form part of the permanent collection of the Rooftop Art Centre.  It will be seen by hundreds of people passing by each day on their way to and from Corby Town Centre.  Why not take some time to pass by and meet the artist next time in Corby.

About the Artist

Gary Carroll was born in London and moved to Corby at an early age, and found his interest in art in his twenties and carried on creating for nearly 30 years. He is currently training to be a tattooist in Corby.

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Art can’t be stopped, and neither can we!

Art can’t be stopped, and neither can we!

Check out and discover our brand new design and learn how we’re expanding our digital presence to better serve our artistic community!

We couldn’t wait any longer.

We warmly welcome you as we introduce several changes to our online presence.

To be honest, we planned to implement these changes at the beginning of the new year, but we like you so much that we decided to delay for a while, but give you a more refined website (although you will probably still find some imperfections).

We encourage you to check everything and if you find anything – let us know – we have launched a module that allows you to indicate errors – you will find it on the right side (it may be annoying now, but we will remove it soon).

We are making many changes to our activity and availability on the Internet.
There will be more of us and we will be more accessible.

We are changing for the better

In order to meet the expectations of our most active visitors, we have rebuilt our website, i.e. we have rebuilt the structure of the service to make it easier to reach the content that interests you, we have introduced changes that speed up the availability of the service and more intuitive navigation on mobile devices. We have added several new utilities – check it out for yourself.

  • always up-to-date information about our events,
  • news from the world of art,
  • new structure of the service,
  • easier navigation,
  • better usability on mobile devices,
  • easier sharing of content from the “Share with your friends” service.

This is just the beginning of the modifications being introduced.

Of course, we still care about your privacy rights, which you can check every time you change the settings in the cookie management module, and in our Privacy Policy.


You decide

In the place marked with such a triangle – there is a module in which you can change your decision at any time to consent Cookies on.png or not Cookies off.png to the processing of cookies, although deleting consent may result in the lack of access to certain parts or functionalities of the website.

The ROOFTOP Arts Centre,
gets better every time.

We hope that the changes introduced will be received by you just as enthusiastically, we are curious about your opinions.

Speaking of opinions, in a few days we will enable a small survey and encourage you to actively participate.
Thank you in advance for any suggestions. We are here for you.

We encourage you to enter your Reviews in Google.

Simply use this link (Google Review) and leave your review.

Thank you. 

Reviews give us visibility and boost confidence in our work.

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Art&Sole – Express Yourself!

Art&Sole – Express Yourself!

Be part of a unique, evolving art installation celebrating self-expression through footwear!

Hosted at ROOFTOP Arts Centre, this event pays tribute to Northamptonshire’s rich shoemaking heritage. Transform old, unloved shoes into stunning works of art with the guidance of our experienced artists.

  • Bring your own shoes or choose a pair from our collection.
  • All materials provided – paints, brushes, and more!
  • Create on-site during our workshops or craft your piece at home and submit it for exhibition.

Once complete, your masterpiece will be showcased in the special Art & Sole exhibition at Rooftop Arts.

Join us and give old shoes a new artistic life!

Pop in and create your shoe design from 11am – 3pm Wednesday – Saturday
Adults £5 children £2

 

PUBLIC EXHIBITION
Wednesday 12th March – 20th April

OPENING RECEPTION
Friday 14th March – 6pm – 8pm

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STEEL NERVE 2

STEEL NERVE 2

Rooftop Arts Centre, in association with Brandler Galleries, presents an exhibition and charity auction of contemporary Urban Street Art. Proceeds will support the Rooftop Arts Centre, a registered charity dedicated to fostering arts and culture in Corby.

A REVOLUTIONARY URBAN ART EXPERIENCE

Witness the transformation of street art into high art with an extraordinary collection from the world’s most influential artists!

Prepare for a visual feast as world-renowned artists — Banksy | Blek Le Rat | Connor Brothers | Tracy Emin | Damien Hirst | My Dog Sighs, and more — showcase their incredible artworks in Corby’s very own Rooftop Arts Centre.

This is your chance to experience iconic, thought-provoking works up close and even bid on to buy selected works in our Charity Auction!

Exhibition Details – Mark Your Calendar!

Dates:
EXHIBITION 
November 6th – 22nd, 2024
ONLINE AUCTION November 7th – 22nd

Time: 11am – 4pm daily

Entry: Free admission to the Exhibition! 

Online Bidding is Open!

Just click on the link
https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/rooftoparts
or the picture below to go to the Auction!

Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of art history!

Why This Exhibition Is Historic

Witness the evolution of street art into high art!

Steel Nerve 2 brings together legendary artists who transformed urban spaces into galleries and challenged the art world’s conventions.

Every piece tells a story of rebellion, creativity, and cultural transformation.

By experiencing this exhibition, you’re not just viewing art
– you’re part of a movement that’s reshaping artistic expression for future generations!

Featured Artists

  • Banksy
  • Blek Le Rat
  • Connor Brothers
  • Copyright
  • Ben Eine
  • Tracy Emin
  • Damien Hirst
  • My Dog Sighs

Dinah Kazakoff, Gallery Director
“Steel Nerve 2 continues our mission to enrich Corby’s cultural scene, building on the success of the first event.”

John Brandler, Brandler Galleries
“I’m thrilled to work again with Rooftop Arts to show how urban art has evolved into a high-art form, right here in Corby.”

🎯 Why You Can’t Miss This

Get ready for an unprecedented gathering of contemporary urban art masters!

Steel Nerve 2 isn’t just an exhibition – it’s a celebration of street art’s journey from underground movement to high art revolution. Every piece tells a story, every artist pushes boundaries, and YOU can be part of this historic moment.

Plus, by participating in our charity auction, you’re supporting Rooftop Arts Centre’s mission to keep art alive and thriving in our community!

Silent Charity Auction to Support Rooftop Arts

  • Bid on exclusive works: Help keep the arts alive in Corby!
  • Auction Finale Event: Saturday, November 16th, 6 PM – 8 PM.

Proceeds in support of Rooftop Arts Centre, a registered charity!

 

How to Participate:

  1. Explore the Exhibition – Free entry, open daily from 11 AM – 4 PM.
  2. Join the Online Silent Auction – Registration and eBay access required.

    View works online or in-person.
    https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/rooftoparts

Find Your Way to the Art

  • By Train: Just minutes from Corby Train Station, with direct EMR service to London St Pancras.
  • By Bus: Well-connected via national and local routes.
  • By Car: Accessible from A14, M6, M1, and A1. Ample paid parking nearby in Corby Town Centre.

REMEMBER!

Don’t miss this chance to experience the best of urban art—right here in Corby!
Join us, get inspired, and make a difference.

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