Talented pupils from schools across Stockport and Greater Manchester had their artwork exhibited at Stockport Art Gallery as part of the ArtTastic community initiative set up by graduate trainees at the Cheadle-based finance company, Together.
Together and Marketing Stockport teamed up to invite local businesses to come and view the art as part of a networking evening, with businesses from a wide range of sectors attending.
A total of 167 pieces of artwork were entered into the competition by pupils from fourteen local schools and colleges.
Entrants spanned five age groups and winners received over £7,000 worth of prize money.
Helen White, director at Marketing Stockport, said: “We were delighted to support Together for their ArtTastic event.
“Many of our members attended the evening to hear about Together and discuss joint business opportunities.
“Feedback has been very positive and the gallery provided the ideal showcase for the fantastic art on display.
“I know that one particular piece of art caught the eye of one of our members; a great opportunity for professionals to encourage local talent.”
Together’s commercial director Chris Baguley added: “It was a great evening which very much focused on the opportunities for local partnerships and business collaboration whilst celebrating the success of our community initiative and sharing that with Stockport’s leading businesses.”
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