‘NAME CALLING’ – Mosaics by Scandalous Shards, 6-13 September 2025

Prepare to be challenged, entertained, delighted and provoked by this bold contemporary mosaic exhibition by Scandalous Shards. Eighteen mosaic female torsos explore the impact of name-calling, both playful and derogatory, on women’s identity. Each has a label (‘Man Eater’, ‘Gold Digger’) and above it, a mirror inviting you to see yourself reflected back as part of the artwork. It’s fun, interactive – and you may even want to take a selfie or two!

The exhibition runs from 6 to 13 September, 10.30am to 4.00pm daily, excluding Sunday and Monday.

Scandalous Shards is the brainchild of Rachel Louise, the owner of Rachel Shilston – Inspiring Creativity, better known for her family-friendly and public-facing mosaic projects in schools and in community spaces. ‘Scandalous Shards’ is Rachel’s after-dark alter ego – a space where she trades the polished for the provocative and dives into themes that don’t normally make the classroom wall.