by ROOFTOP Arts Centre | Jun 11, 2026 | Exhibition
Creating as One Mind
Working alongside Dinah throughout this creative journey has been a complete honour. From the very beginning, there was a natural rhythm and trust between us that made the whole experience feel incredibly unique and special.
When we are in front of the canvas, we seem to be totally in sync—visually, emotionally, and even physically while creating the work. Everything flowed so organically, and remarkably, we never argued once! I simply trusted her lead, as well as both of our instincts, and that deep trust became such an important part of the entire process.
Sharing this collaborative energy has been deeply rewarding, but taking our work to the global stage was an absolute privilege. To have exhibited some of our collaborative work at Art Basel Miami Beach 2026 was a joy. Seeing our pieces displayed in a gallery in South Beach was both surreal and deeply rewarding.
I am immensely proud of what we created together and grateful for the connection we shared. This experience has only strengthened my belief in what we can achieve together as “Us2.” I truly hope this is just the beginning of a long creative partnership—and who knows, perhaps one day we’ll become the next Gilbert & George.
See the collaboration for yourself
Experience the creative energy that brought us to Miami. The “Us2” exhibition is now open at Rooftop Arts Centre—join us and see the collaboration for yourself.
Fanoulla Georgiou is a resident artist and Head of Art Education at Rooftop Arts Centre. An accomplished educator with nearly 30 years of experience, she specializes in translating human emotion into visual form.
by Marcin P | Jun 4, 2026
The Annual Summer Exhibition is an open entry show available to artists from Northamptonshire and the surrounding counties. The exhibition aims to give new and emerging artists the opportunity to show their work for the first time and allow established artists to have a continued presence in the area.
Opening Reception
Friday 3rd July 2026 | From 6 pm – 8 pm, all welcome.
Free entry and refreshments.
by ROOFTOP Arts Centre | Jun 3, 2026 | Exhibition
A Silent Conversation on Canvas
Working with another artist and creating collaborative pieces of work has been a truly inspiring and exciting process. When Fanoulla and I decided to bring the “Us2” project to life, I knew it would be a journey, but I didn’t realize how deeply it would change my approach to painting.
Knowing exactly how Fanoulla works and what inspires her made this entire experience incredibly enjoyable. From the very first stroke, it was almost as if we knew what each other’s moves would be without any words spoken or any advice given. We developed a silent, intuitive language.
For me, the most beautiful part of this collaboration was how it completely took the pressure off the need to create a “flawless” piece of work. Instead of overthinking, we just let the process determine where the painting would go, relying entirely on each other to progress through every single step. The pieces of work felt alive—forever changing and bursting into life with every turn.
Always being thoughtful of each other’s moves, we stayed completely open until we both agreed that a piece was truly finished. I could not have chosen a more perfect collaborative partner than Fanoulla. I have a strong feeling that we will be continuing this journey for a long time—and we are already thrilled that Art Basel Miami is on our calendar again this year.
See the collaboration for yourself
Come and see the result of this silent conversation.
Visit the “Us2″ exhibition at Rooftop Arts Centre and experience the art of letting go.
Dinah Kazakoff is a resident artist and the Gallery Director at Rooftop Arts Centre. With decades of experience in the creative industry, her work explores the balance between structured design and intuitive, raw expression.
by ROOFTOP Arts Centre | May 28, 2026
Discover the best of local photography!
The Corby Photographic Club proudly presents its 2026 Exhibition at ROOFTOP Arts Centre. This annual showcase brings together 25 stunning prints and 25 captivating projected images across five diverse categories, offering something for every art and photography lover.
What’s on display?
Visitors will experience award-winning works, including:
🏆 Best Colour Print: “Baker Street” by Christine Stafford
🏆 Best Monochrome Print: “Waiting At Gants Hill Station” by Christine Stafford
The exhibition spans five exciting categories:
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Architecture
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Miscellaneous
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Nature
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Pictorial
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Portraiture
It’s a celebration of creativity, talent, and the vibrant local photographic community.
Moth Orchid by Malcolm Hupman – Winner Projected Miscellaneous
About Corby Photographic Club
Serving Corby and the surrounding areas, Corby Photographic Club is a friendly, welcoming group offering a varied programme of lectures, practical sessions, and competitions. Meetings are held every Wednesday between September and June at Danesholme Community Centre, Corby.
Plan your visit!
Drop by Rooftop Arts between 3rd June and 24th June 2026 to enjoy this outstanding free exhibition.
Opening Reception
Friday 5th June 6-8pm,
all welcome Free entry and refreshments
by ROOFtopartscentre | May 13, 2026 | Announcement, Exhibition
The Annual Summer Exhibition is an open entry show available to artists from Northamptonshire and the surrounding counties. The exhibition aims to give new and emerging artists the opportunity to show their work for the first time and allow established artists to have a continued presence in the area. We welcome applications from artists at all stages of their careers in a variety of different creative disciplines.
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: Wednesday 17th June 2026
- Delivery of artworks: 17th June – 2oth June 2026
- Public exhibition: 1st July – 29th August 2026
- Opening reception: Friday 3rd July 2026 | From 6 pm – 8 pm
- Collection of unsold works: 2nd September – 5th September 2026
Why Take Part?
Show your work to a wide mix of collectors and art-lovers; many pieces go on to new homes, and our artist-friendly commission lets you keep the bulk of every sale. Every selected work is professionally photographed and promoted across our website or social channels. In short: real visibility, real earnings, and a strong CV credit in one exhibition.
Works from Past Editions
A glimpse at some of the incredible work exhibited in recent Rooftop Summer Exhibitions — spanning styles, mediums, and emerging voices from across the region.
How to Apply
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Complete the online submission form below – all fields marked * are required.
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Read the General Exhibition Terms & Conditions – payment methods and fees (£25 standard, £10 for students) are detailed there.
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Pay the application fee by 4 pm on Wednesday 17th June, using one of the methods described in the Terms & Conditions.
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Submit your application by clicking “Submit” before the deadline.
Preparing and delivering your artwork
What can I submit?
- For 2D works each artist can submit up to 3 pieces of work measuring up to a maximum of 1 meter along the longest edge including the frame.
- 2D works must be framed and ready for display, please ensure you have either mirror plates or picture cord attached to your work. Work that is unfinished, wet, or not prepared for display will not be accepted.
- For 3D works each artist can submit up to 3 pieces of work with a base measuring up to 50 cm square and no taller than 1 meter. For larger sculptural works please get in touch to discuss. We have some plinths available and you are more than welcome to supply your own.
- For new media such as video, audio, digital, performance, and installation, please get in touch to discuss this with us so that we can asses your needs for displaying the work.
- All artworks must comply with our guidelines in our display terms and conditions and be suitable for our family friendly audience.
- Each artwork must be clearly identified on the back with your name, title of the work, and a contact number.
- Each artwork must have a label attached to it which is provided in your application. This can be done with a piece of string and staples or tape so that it can hang over the front of the work. This allows us to complete the exhibition catalog and labelling.
Where and when can I deliver work?
Where?
27 New Post Office Square Corby Northamptonshire NN17 1PB Our gallery is located in Corby town centre next to Lloyds Bank and is accessible directly from the high street.
When?
You can deliver artwork to our gallery at the following times: Wednesday 17th June – Saturday 20th June between 11 am and 4 pm. If you are unable to deliver work during these times please get in touch to make other arrangements. If you need to deliver to the door by car due to the size or weight of your work please let us know and we can arrange this. For directions on how to find us see our website: https://rooftopartscentre.co.uk/visit-us
Collecting un-sold artwork
When?
You can collect any unsold work at the following times: Wednesday 2nd September – Saturday 5th September between 11 am and 4 pm. If you are unable to collect work during these times please get in touch to make other arrangements. Sale of works will be completed at the end of the exhibition and artists contacted directly to arrange payment.
General Exhibition Terms and Conditions *
1. Application Deadline
Wednesday 17th June 2026 Please pay the application fee and return the application form to us before Wednesday 17th June at 4pm. This can be done in person or via email to us at: info@rooftopartscentre.co.uk
2. Application Fee
- £25 per person
- £10 students and under 18’s
As a registered charity and not for profit organisation this fee contributes directly to our running costs and supplies. It allows us to organise, install, promote, and host the exhibition along with the preview evening free of charge. The fee can be paid at the gallery by card, cash, cheque. All cheques must be made payable to the ‘Rooftop Arts Centre’.
Bank Information.
Bank Name: Lloyds Bank Account Name: Rooftop Arts Centre Sort Code: 77-21-04 Account Number: 50200068 Reference: Rooftop Arts Centre
3. Artwork and Curation
- 2D work must be ready to hang with either mirror plates or picture cord. We recommend mirror plates as this is a much more secure way of displaying work.
- All 3D work must be made to stand or attach securely to a flat surface. We have a number of plinths and cabinets with which to display 3D works. You can also provide your own plinth to display your work. Floor based work is also welcome.
- The safety of the general public must be considered when we accept work for display. The gallery reserves the right to refuse work which is deemed unsafe or unsuitable for our family friendly audience and the general public.
- Curation and installation is completed by gallery staff and all decisions are final. This process will depend upon the number of submissions to the exhibition.
- Areas of the gallery cannot be reserved in advance and we do our best to ensure equal attention is given to all works on display. Images of work may be used for promotional purposes.
4. Insurance
Artists submit work at their own risk. The gallery has 24 hour security through the town centre and the exhibition will be invigilated by staff and volunteers during the event.
5. Finance and Sales
The entry is payable before work is submitted and displayed applications and submissions without payment will not be displayed. Works for sale are subject to 20% commission due to the Rooftop Arts Centre. Please factor this into your pricing when selecting work for the exhibition. Any sales payments will be made to the artist at the end of the show. Payment for any work sold during the exhibition must be handled by the Rooftop Arts Centre. The purchaser of the work may only remove the work from the exhibition at the end of the show.
If you have any further questions, please contact us at
info@rooftopartscentre.co.uk
