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THE LINDA M C CARTNEY EXHIBITION
Thousands of people have visited the Linda McCartney Retrospective since it opened at the Walker Art Gallery in August 2020 . With a new closing date ( 10 January 2021 ) it is hoped even more people will have the chance to see the extraordinary range of Linda ’ s work .
Images of the most iconic artists and moments from the 1960s music scene , alongside intimate family moments and arresting pictures of the natural world gives visitors remarkable insight into Linda ’ s world and the way she approached her photography . In addition , a section featuring works never shown before of the family in Liverpool and Wirral has a special resonance with the gallery ’ s local audience .
The exhibition also includes contact sheets , ephemera , and archive materials , including some of Linda ’ s journals from the 1960s and several of her cameras . An array of Linda ’ s exquisite polaroids and sun prints are beautiful examples of Linda ’ s creativity and interest in early photographic processes .
Sandra Penketh , Executive Director for Galleries and Collections Care at National Museums Liverpool , said : “ The response from our visitors to the Linda McCartney Retrospective has been overwhelming . From the intimacy of her family photographs to the unique way she captured the world around her , people have discovered not only unforgettable photographs but a huge sense of love and joy within the exhibition . We are thrilled that we have been able to extend the exhibition ’ s run to give more people the chance to see it . It is particularly exciting to have it on over the festive period , when we know families love to visit the gallery and we think they will particularly enjoy the shots of Linda ’ s family at home in Liverpool for Christmas .”
( c ) Paul McCartney / Photographer Linda McCartney ( c ) Paul McCartney / Photographer Linda McCartney
A selection of responses from visitors :
“ A fantastic exhibition . Lets us live through the eyes of a wonderful woman , way ahead of her time ”
“ Such a beautiful exhibition ”
“ Beautifully displayed and a fascinating collection of brilliant photographs .” wirrallife . com 13