6 June
Ferdinand Koci
International Roma Artist Exhibition in Leeds
International Roma Artist, Ferdinand Koci, welcomed everyone to the preview of his exhibition at The Flux Gallery on Saturday evening 6th June.
It was a great night with a live Jazz Band and lots of people enjoying seeing Ferdinand's work.
The exhibition continues until 28th June.
Dan and Julie, the Gallery owners, have hung the painting, prints and sculptures making best use of the space and managed to accommodate over 40 pieces, many of which have never exhibited before.
Ferdinand with Dan and Julie, and the poster promoting the exhibition
Try and get to see this unique exhibition, which shows the range and quality of Ferdinand's work and celebrates his Roma heritage.
It is at the Flux Gallery, 16A Midland Road, Leeds LS6 1BQ and open Mon to Fri from 12.00 to 5.00pm until the 28th June.
You can contact Ferdinand at ferdinand@grtleeds.co.uk if you would like to exhibit his work, place commissions or organise art workshops.
The Jazz Band playing amidst great discussion and animation

Rehana, Education Leeds strategic manager for Equalities, discussing a painting with Ferdinand
Extras
Download the exhibition list [pdf 207kb] >
Download a leaflet on Ferdinand Koci to find out more about him, his workshops and items that feature his work [pdf 3.3mb] >
You can find out more about Ferdinand on the Gypsy Roma Traveller Achievement Service in Leeds website.
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