News: Seaton Delaval Hall – North East Emerging Artist Award Shortlist

Seaton Delaval Hall has unveiled the eight artists shortlisted for the fourth annual North East Emerging Artist Award, a collaboration with the National Trust and independent curator Matthew Jarratt. Visitors are invited to participate in the judging process to select three finalists from the talented pool, each of whom has received bursaries and mentoring to develop their proposals.

The artists’ proposals will be showcased in the Hall’s grand Georgian stables from 14th May to 22nd June. The shortlisted artists are; Azeez Aromasodun, A Teesside University MFA graduate influenced by Yoruba culture; Max Cooper-Clark, A Newcastle-based Royal College of Art graduate connecting art, architecture, ecology, and mineral extraction; Bethan Harris, A Newcastle University fine art graduate exploring memory and the natural world; David Kenny, A former architect from Stockton-on-Tees, delving into light and shadows in architectural forms; Paulina Malowaniec, A Gateshead artist interested in cultural heritage, using design and art as tools for education; Joanna Manousis: A PhD student at Sunderland’s National Glass Centre, exploring mirror making in cast glass; Suzanne Smith: A final-year Glass & Ceramics student at the University of Sunderland; and Wilfred Sears, A fine art finalist at Newcastle University.

Following this exhibition, from 16th September to 19th October, the winning proposals from last year’s award—by Jordan Edge, Phoebe Scott, and Lucy Waters—will be displayed.

The North East Emerging Artist Award aims to showcase site-specific contemporary art within the historic setting of Seaton Delaval Hall, supporting emerging and early-career artists across all art forms, including music, theatre, film, fashion, literature, and design.

With a rich history of artistic patronage, Seaton Delaval Hall continues its legacy by fostering new talent. The Hall is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am–5pm during term time and seven days a week during Northumberland school holidays. Standard admission applies.

For art enthusiasts and supporters of emerging talent, this is a fantastic opportunity to engage with the vibrant artistic community of the North East.

Bethan Harris Portrait (C) Bethan Harris