A Landmark UK Venue Showcasing Contemporary Art in a Restored Gothic Revival Church
Across the Threshold
Dreaming of Home reflects on belonging, memory, displacement, and hope.
Leeds, UK — April 16, 2025– Left Bank Leeds presents Dreaming of Home by Sillygoose in its spring exhibition HOME. Opening April 16, 2025, the show features a diverse lineup of artists reflecting on the meaning of “home” in today’s shifting world. Hosted at the iconic Left Bank Leeds. , the exhibition invites viewers into a collective journey through memory, displacement, safety, and aspiration, presented across painting, sculpture, photography, and multimedia works.
The Piece
About the Work
Dreaming of Home captures a quiet, tender moment a rescue cat curled in sleep, embodying longing, stillness, and warmth. The work honors the resilience of displaced animals and the stories of hope they carry, transforming a simple image of rest into a meditation on belonging.
The Voice
“This piece was inspired by the cats I’ve cared for. Animals displaced by fear have taught me that even the smallest lives carry stories of hope and belonging. This work honours that.”
— Sillygoose
The Buzz
Impact and Recognition
By situating Dreaming of Home within the exhibition HOME, Left Bank Leeds frames the conversation around belonging, vulnerability, and the quiet strength found in sanctuary. The work contributes to the broader dialogue on memory and identity that defines the exhibition, highlighting how art can serve as both witness and refuge.
Publication Notes
Key publication details are outlined below.
Publication Details
Title: HOME
Organizer: Left Bank Leeds
Location: Leeds, UK
Publication Date: April 16, 2025
Artwork Information
Featured Work: Dreaming of Home
Style: Contemporary, Conceptual
Medium: Print
Focus: Contemporary works across multiple disciplines
Access & Credits
Venue: Left Bank Leeds
Event: Spring Gallery Exhibition
Availability: Evening launch on April 16, 2025 — 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Website: leftbankleeds.org.uk
In the Headlines
Who reads it. Where it’s seen.
- Presented through regional and cultural platforms in the UK
- Audience includes local communities, contemporary art visitors, and wider cultural networks
Featured in:
- Left Bank Leeds — Official HOME Exhibition Page
- Network Leeds — News announcement highlighting the spring exhibition launch.
- Tickettailor — Event info & Tickets
Together, these features highlight the exhibition’s role in bringing contemporary works into dialogue with community, place, and the idea of home.