Category: Liverpool
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When Fandom Goes Too Far: The Dark Side of Band Obsession
When does loving your favourite band become an unhealthy obsession? From concert tattoos and costly fandom to toxic stan culture, discover where passion crosses the line.
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David Hockney Dies Aged 88: Celebrating His Legacy and Works at Liverpool’s Walker Art Gallery
David Hockney, Britain’s most influential contemporary painter, has died aged 88, leaving behind a groundbreaking artistic legacy. From his bold explorations of identity and sexuality to his innovative use of digital technology, Hockney reshaped modern art. Visitors to Liverpool’s Walker Art Gallery can currently view two of his significant works, The 7 Stone Weakling and…
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Everton & Anfield Without a Library: Why the Fight to Reopen Breck Road Matters More Than Ever
Eight months after the closure of Breck Road Library, residents in Everton and Anfield are still without a vital community resource. As campaigners push for its return, concerns grow over access to services, the future of Breck Road, and the wider impact on the local community. Discover why this fight is about more than just…
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May Newsletter | Alison Little
Explore May on alisonlittle.blog—featuring powerful fiction on trauma and survival, insights into building a daily Procreate sketching habit, contemporary sculpture confronting violence, and inspiring walks and coastal runs across Lancashire and Merseyside.
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May Morris: Crafting a Legacy Exhibition at the Lady Lever Art Gallery, Port Sunlight
Discover the remarkable story of May Morris at the Lady Lever Art Gallery in Port Sunlight. This beautifully curated exhibition explores her legacy as a pioneering designer of the Arts and Crafts Movement, while also uncovering the fascinating personal and artistic connections of the Pre-Raphaelite circle—including the relationship between Jane Morris and Dante Gabriel Rossetti.…
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From Iron Men to Seaside: A Coastal Run to Southport
From iron statues standing silently in the sand to the quiet shelter of pine forests and wide, open coastline, this two-part run from Waterloo to Southport is a journey through constantly changing landscapes. Split into stages between Waterloo and Formby, then on to Southport, the route blends urban edges, historic remnants, and natural beauty into…
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SV: Sex by Violence — A Sculptural Installation Exposing the Realities of Sexual Trauma
SV: Sex by Violence is a powerful sculptural installation by Alison Little that confronts the realities of sexual trauma through four visceral forms. Tracing a journey from violation to recovery, the work transforms the gallery into a space of reflection, activism, and collective witnessing—challenging audiences to engage with both the impact of violence and the…
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April Newsletter
April on alisonlittle.blog brings a rich mix of creativity, storytelling, and social reflection. From a month-long journey improving digital self-portraits to evocative flash fiction set on Crosby Beach and late-night city streets, this collection explores both artistic growth and human connection. There’s also a deep dive into surreal contemporary art in Liverpool, thoughtful reflections on…
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Fort Crosby Bunker: From Coastal Defence to Urban Art Space
Fort Crosby, a hidden coastal bunker between Crosby Beach and Hightown, has transformed from a First and Second World War defence site into an uncurated gallery of graffiti and street art. Inside its dim corridors, layers of tags, symbols and striking stencil portraits—featuring icons like Amy Winehouse and Marilyn Monroe—reflect themes of identity, memory and…
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Running the North West Coast Path: My 330-Mile Challenge
Taking on a 330-mile running challenge along England’s North-West coast, this journey begins in Liverpool and unfolds through scenic coastal routes, structured training runs, and weekend endurance efforts—all while balancing a full-time job.