Space Park Leicester exhibits award-winning artist’s work during World Space Week
Artist Matt Turner (centre) meets visitors at an exhibition of his work at Space Park Leicester.
The work of an artist who has been critically acclaimed by NASA is being showcased in Leicester to celebrate World Space Week.
Space Park Leicester welcomed the public to the launch of its exhibition of Matt Turner’s visionary space-themed artworks on Tuesday as part of its World Space Week celebrations.
During the event, the Leicester space artist spoke about his approach to visualising the future of space exploration through his art, shared insights into his innovative concepts, including his award-winning design for a Martian Vacuum Airship, and led a workshop for visitors.
Alex Wheldon, of Space Park Leicester, said: “Matt Turner is an incredible artist. He’s one of only nine global winners of NASA's prestigious 2024 Space Tech Art Challenge: Imagine Tomorrow – standing out from over 480 entries across 39 countries.
“His design for a Martian surface exploration vehicle was celebrated for its creativity and technical feasibility, reflecting NASA’s vision for advanced, forward-looking space technologies.
“We were very proud to give space enthusiasts and art lovers the chance to meet Matt and see his inspirational work during World Space Week.”
Matt’s work has been showcased around the world and he collaborates with NASA and the International Association of Astronomical Artists.
The exhibition of his work will remain open to attendees of other events at Space Park Leicester, the University of Leicester’s £100 million science and innovation park, until Christmas.