New Art Exchange

27/08/2026

Introducing Dafe Oboro!

Born in Lagos in 1994, Dafe is a visual artist working across photography, film and sound. Drawing on his upbringing in a military family from Delta State, Nigeria, his carefully constructed images explore memory, migration and how identity is shaped by the environments we inhabit.

For the BRIDGE residency, Dafe will journey to Seoul in partnership with . Moving through the city as both participant and outsider, he will combine observational street photography with self-portraiture, using mirrors and shadows to embed his presence within Seoul’s shifting surfaces.

Documenting public spaces, neighbourhoods, and fleeting encounters, Dafe will explore the parallels between Lagos, Nottingham, and Seoul - three cities shaped by movement, density, and the ongoing negotiation of identity. The resulting photographic series will reflect on belonging, perception and the shared rhythms of global cities.

Dafe’s work has been exhibited internationally at institutions including the V&A, National Maritime Museum, October Gallery and ART X Lagos, and featured in publications such as Dazed and Rolling Stone.

Follow his journey:

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11/08/2026

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06/08/2026

Join us tomorrow for some Mediterranean Summer energy 🌞

Are we all ready for tomorrow’s Mediterranean Summer Party?

Here are a few more details👆🏾

FREE ENTRY 🌞

03/08/2026

Event held by Skate Nottingham at hyson green skate park today come join

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03/08/2026

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There's lots happening this week to kick off August's event schedule, from European parties to family festivals and events - here's our top picks...

30/07/2026

From 3rd August, Skate Nottingham are at Maples Street skatepark every Monday from 11:00 - 14:30, bringing free skateboard coaching and creative workshops to Hyson Green!⁣
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Open to all ages 7+, our team of trained coaches can get you comfortable on a skateboard if it’s your first time, or progressing your tricks if you’re experienced. Skateboards & helmets are provided. ⁣
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Maples Street Mondays is part of the ‘Concrete Heritage, Rolling Archive’ festival in collaboration with New Art Exchange, telling the story of 50 years of skateboarding, art & culture in Hyson Green.⁣
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https://www.skatenottingham.co.uk/concrete-heritage-rolling-archive

Every Monday for 5 weeks, a different artist will be hosting a free 2-hour participatory workshop (12:30 - 14:30) after the skateboard coaching, bringing new learning opportunities to the heart of the community at the skatepark. We’ve got some exciting activities planned with Tim Smith, Grownotts, Natalie Coe, Simeon Hartwig, Ben Footitt & more!⁣
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The workshops will contribute to an exhibition celebrating the area’s skateboarding & arts heritage, which we’ll share more about soon…⁣
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Maples Street, NG7 6AD. Delivered in partnership with New Art Exchange as part of the Art Your Way programme. Full details on our website. ⁣
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30/07/2026

Open call for anyone with memories of Hyson Green skateboarding & graffiti!

Launching on Thursday 20th August at New Art Exchange, 'Concrete Heritage, Rolling Archive' is a week-long exhibition celebrating the history of skateboarding, art, and culture in the Hyson Green area of Nottingham.

Did you skate the concrete bowls in the 70s & 80s? Have you shot photos or filmed edits at street spots such as The Forest Rec sets & ledges? Were you there for the first years of Maples Street skatepark, or are you one of the hundreds of artists who've painted its walls over the past 20 years?

We want to see your photos, footage, art, ephemera, artefacts, and hear your memories!

Email: [email protected]
https://www.skatenottingham.co.uk/concrete-heritage-rolling-archive

Deadline to potentially feature in the exhibition: Mon 10th August.
If you miss this, still email us, and you can also bring your material to the exhibition to be scanned & digitised there and then!

Don't miss our 'Maples Street Mondays' programme of events at Maples Street skatepark, every Monday in August - the creative workshops will also contribute new material to the exhibition.

Delivered in partnership with New Art Exchange as part of the Art Your Way programme.

30/07/2026

Second on the line-up for the Mediterranean Summer Party, we have The Fado Vadio 🇵🇹

7th August from 6pm at CORNER | Plant Based Cafe in Nottingham 💃🏻
Tickets are on the link in bio☝🏼