LEIGH people come under the focus of an exhibition held at the town's Turnpike Gallery from Saturday, March 27, to May 15.

"Long Time No See" is a celebratory look at the people who live and work in Leigh by photographer Dave Walker, who comes from the town.

Dave's past exhibitions in Leigh have included "Bev To Kev" and "Spectators" - and he now revisits the subjects of 10 years ago to see how they are getting on for this latest show.

There will be 20 double-sided, large photographs suspended from the gallery ceiling depicting Leigh townsfolk, swaying gently in the room.

The photographs aim to tell what has happened to each subject during the last decade, and reveal their lifestyle and social changes.

For example, Andrew Reynolds has changed from being a dreadlocked teenager in 1988 to friendly postman, and Arnie the powerlifter is now a children's clown.

The exhibition will also spill out of the gallery into shops, Leigh market and the bus shelter on Manchester Road, the latter being sponsored by local bakery Waterfields Ltd.

The gallery is also providing free fun for families, including jigsaws, family tree quizzes and 10-year time capsules.

A "Who Do You Think You Are?" arts workshop will be held on April 24 and a family open day on May 8, including face painting and puppetry.

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