MADE IT 2026: The North West Graduate Art Prize
MADE IT is back — and bigger than ever.
Presented by artist-led organisation Short Supply, MADE IT 2026 brings together some of the most exciting graduating and recently graduated artists from across the North West for a major group exhibition at The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery in Rossendale.
Selected from 77 applications, the MADE IT Class of 2026 represents artists graduating from institutions across the region, including Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Salford, University of Chester, Liverpool John Moores University, Blackpool & Fylde College, University of Lancashire, Lancaster University and University of Staffordshire.
Spanning painting, sculpture, photography, installation and more, the exhibition is a snapshot of what the next generation of artists in the North West is making right now.
MADE IT was created by Short Supply to champion artists at the crucial point between education and professional practice — creating opportunities for new artists to exhibit, connect with audiences and take up space.
Exhibition: 17 October – 13 December 2026
Opening Preview: Saturday 17 October, 2–4pm
Venue: The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery, Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall, Rossendale, BB4 6RE
Opening hours: Wednesday–Sunday, 10am–4pm, with late opening on Thursdays.
Free entry. Everyone welcome.
Come and meet the MADE IT Class of 2026.
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The Whitaker, Haslingden Rd, Rawtenstall, Rossendale BB4 6RE, United Kingdom
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