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Glasgow's Soul: 80 Photos Chart City's Grit & Glory
8 Dec, 2025
Summary
- 80 photographs capture Glasgow's evolution since the 1940s.
- The exhibition showcases music, art, activism, and local traditions.
- Artists share personal stories reflecting the city's character.
The "Still Glasgow" exhibition at the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA) presents 80 photographs from various generations, offering a visual chronicle of the city's transformations since the 1940s. These images echo the distinctive character of Glasgow, known for its Victorian architecture, resilience, and dynamic history of industrial shifts, decline, and renewal.
The exhibition explores key facets of Glaswegian life, including its vibrant music scene, artistic expression, social activism, and unique local traditions like "Gobstopper." Through personal accounts from featured artists, the show illuminates how Glasgow's lo-fi, down-to-earth culture has shaped its identity and creative output over the decades.
"Still Glasgow" captures both the stark realities and the hopeful regeneration of the city, from the challenging environments of the Red Road flats to the enduring spirit of its creative communities. The collection provides an intimate look at the city's complexities, seen through the eyes of those who have lived and worked within its ever-changing landscape.
