Soha Hannouneh | Alice Card-Hall | Jody Bigfoot | Alia Gargum | Samantha Goodlet | Jay Halim | James Hutchinson | Sarah Khan | Peter Kellett | Chris Leedham | Nat Loftus | Mills Rowe | Marga RH | Sadia Sikandar | Christin Sauer | Filiz Sustam-Oylum | Theresa Poulton

Curated by Rachel Eleanor Brook

Outside Our View is an exhibition dedicated to raising awareness and in support of the people of Palestine enduring ongoing catastrophic warfare.

The exhibition, supported by Newcastle Contemporary Art and to be held in the reception area of High Bridge Works, aims to serve as a platform for artistic expression, emphasising the importance of continued attention and compassion for those at the centre of this crisis, creating a space where diverse voices come together to amplify the call for solidarity.

The exhibition will not feature any artworks promoting racism, xenophobia, antisemitism or islamophobia. Words and images will be suitable for an all-ages audience.

A special section of the exhibition will feature a spotlight collection of traditional Palestinian Tatreez works from Palestinian Artist Soha Hannouneh and available for sale via silent auction.

This exhibition will not only be awareness-raising, but also raising money for the charity Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP). Most of the work will be available to buy via silent auction.

Why Medical Aid For Palestinians?

Whilst many other charities are currently not accessing paths to enable them to deliver aid, MAP currently have workers in Gaza and around the wider Palestine region delivering urgent medical care, complex surgeries, post-trauma mental health and disability support. MAP also has a close, long-term connection to Newcastle as Dr Swee Chai Ang, founder of MAP, did her medical training in Newcastle and has subsequently brought children to the region for life-saving operations through her work with the charity since 1982.

Exhibition details

Location: High Bridge Works Reception, 39 High Bridge, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE1 1EW - building opening hours 9 am - 5.30 pm, Mon-Fri. (Closed on bank holidays including Friday 29th March and Monday 1st April).

Exhibition opens:   21st March

Opening event:      21st March, 3.30 pm - 5.30 pm*

Family Open Day: 2nd April, 1 pm - 4 pm*

Exhibition ends:     9th April

* Ramadan

Out of respect for the people observing Ramadan there are a few things that we have put in place to ensure Outside Our View is inclusive to our diverse audience and the artists participating in the exhibition. A prayer space will be available on 21 March and 2 April at the indicated times. No refreshments will be provided out of respect for the people observing Ramadan.