Shop was a multi-disciplinary creative space in Nottingham that housed creative professionals of numerous disciplines. It was many things in its three years of existence including an independent creative store; a gallery/exhibition space; offices and even, on occasion, a small cinema. This website is an archive of selected events held at Shop from 2008 to 2010.
Secret Wars (October 2010)
Secret Wars is a worldwide illustration battle network with teams competing all round the world. Illustrators go head to head in 90 minute battles judged by the crowd. This event was hosted by Shop on the 9th October 2010 and coincided with the Oxjam charity music festival.
Mimm Clothing Launch (May 2010)
1st May 2010 saw the launch of Mimm Clothing; their target is exclusive and their motive is music. To coincide with the launch, Shop was taken over by an array of urban music acts and DJ’s followed by an after party at the Bodega Social on Pelham Street.
Guy Brown Exhibition (November 2009)
Nottingham designer and friend of Shop, Guy Brown, is a member the Farm design collective who create witty furniture with a quirky British twist. In November 2009 Guy displayed his latest work in Shop for a fortnight.
Dead Celebrity Exhibition (October 2009)
On the 3rd October 2009 Shop help an exhibition of dead celebrity artwork in association with a local festival organised by LeftLion Magazine.
Regenerate Clothing Launch (July 2009)
Highlights from the Regenerate Clothing Launch at Shop, Nottingham. Featuring art from Phil Blake and Goonism. Music by Ronika.
Teddy Bears' Picnic (July 2009)
On July 5th 2009, Shop held a teddy bears’ picnic with lots of fun, food and music.
Shop Breaking Convention (May 2009)
In 2009, Shop held the after party for Nottingham’s Breakin’ Convention at the Nottingham Playhouse. Breakers from New York, Korea and Nottingham got together to have a great time albeit some funny looks from the neighbours!
Shop Halloween Party (October 2008)
Following the success of our opening exhibition, we decided to crank up the scare factor for halloween 2008. Photos by Stacey Hatfield.
Shop Grand Opening (August 2008)
Shop opened on the 29th August 2008 with an exhibition featuring works from Lovebite, Guy Brown, Rikki Marr and Nick Chaffe.