In Our Time

In Our Time is the second exhibition by The Minories Artists’ Network, bringing together works from contemporary artists working in the area.

The artists reflect on the present through themes of hope, joy, and resilience. They offer ideas of connection, meaning, and possibility, holding onto aspects of the times we share.

Joy is rooted in the present moment, the simple, everyday experiences that bring comfort and happiness. These works celebrate the beauty we find in daily life, however small: a familiar street, a shared meal, a quiet room filled with light. These works also capture memories we hold close: portraits of people we love, scenes of cherished places, and moments of being alone together within a community. Together, these artworks highlight the micro moments that make us smile and remind us of what truly sustains us.

Resilience reflects the tension many of us feel between the reality of now and the dreams we still carry. It acknowledges difficult times, uncertainty, and division, yet focuses on our ability to keep moving forward. These works explore more challenging subjects, shaped by a build-up of moments from the past or even across a lifetime. Rather than offering easy comfort, they recognise struggle while affirming the determination to grow through it.