The Lowry in Salford has welcomed renowned French artist Camille Walala to Salford, where her bold, large-scale new commission has transformed the Promenade Gallery — and is now open to the public.
Part of Lowry’s 25th Anniversary programme, this site-specific work marks the first in a new series of annual commissions inviting major international artists to respond to the gallery’s unique location and views of Salford Quays and MediaCity.
Camille’s eye-catching, colour-rich geometric designs have appeared in cities around the world. Often inspired by cityscapes, she turns everyday places into joyful, positive spaces for all to enjoy.
The work, titled Square Eyes, represents a new direction for Camille. Still adopting her bold, vibrant and maximalist style, this wall painting introduces new shapes, colours and textures. The approach continues her lockdown-era projects, where architectural landscapes and geometries dictated form and composition. After visiting Lowry, Camille was inspired by the unique views of MediaCity across the water and sought to mirror the panorama by creating her own joyful metropolis.
Julia Fawcett, Chief Executive of Lowry says “Camille Walala is known for transforming cities around the world with colour and joy — and in Square Eyes, she’s captured something we’ve always known about Salford: that this is a place full of life, creativity and possibility. As we celebrate 25 years of Lowry in this community, we’re proud to mark the moment with a work that reflects the energy and spirit of this place.”
Camille Walala says: “I’m so excited to have Lowry as a beautiful canvas. I’m absolutely in love with the building! I can’t wait for people to enjoy my work, especially at sunset where I hope on occasion the colours in my work will mirror the sky.”
Camille Walala – Square Eyes is now open to the public from Friday 26 September 2025 and will remain on display until Autumn 2026.
