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People of Derby

People of Derby

Derby’s creative scene is driven by the people behind it, from artists and musicians to organisers, filmmakers and independent voices shaping the city. Their work, ideas and commitment play a key role in building and sustaining what happens across Derby.

Every project, event and collaboration starts somewhere, and often that begins with individuals pushing things forward in their own way. Their influence reaches beyond one space or discipline, connecting different parts of the city’s culture.

For those interested in Derby creatives, local talent and the people behind Derby’s culture, this is where those stories come together.

Malachi - KCW
Derby TREИDNG PROFILES: Malachi – The Man Bringing Deathmatch Wrestling to Derby with Kumite Combat Wrestling

Malachi brings Deathmatch wrestling madness to Derby with Kumite.

By K Futur Derby
Mickie Knuckles
Derby TREИDNG PROFILES: Mickie Knuckles – Deathmatch Wrestling’s Pioneer Comes to Derby

Mickie Knuckles brings fearless deathmatch wrestling to Derby’s KCW finale.

By K Futur Derby
@delstheartist
Artist Focus Delroy Andre | Artist Focus – The South East London Illustrator Turning Passion Into Purpose

South East London’s Del creates bold, passion-fuelled digital illustrations.

By K Futur Artist Focus
@tristanoneillphoto
Artist Focus Artist Focus | Tristan O’Neill: Capturing the Spirit of 90s UK Rave Culture Through Photography

Tristan O’Neill captures 90s rave culture through unforgettable photography.

By K Futur Artist Focus
J and Mike Abstract Aerial Art
Artist Focus Artist Focus | Abstract Aerial Art – Seeing the World Anew: How J and Mike Turn Earth Into Art from Above

Brothers J and Mike transform Earth’s landscapes into surreal art.

By K Futur Artist Focus
@samsaxbyphotography
Artist Focus Artist Focus | Sam Saxby – Through the Lens of Energy and Emotion

Derby photographer Sam Saxby captures music’s energy through powerful imagery.

By K Futur Artist Focus
@euanart
Derby TREИDNG PROFILES: Euan Rannachan -Diving into the World of Great White Sharks

Euan Rannachan captures awe, not fear, through shark photography.

By K Futur Derby
Dani Bello
Artist Focus Artist Focus | Dani Bello – Healing Through Art and Community

Dani Bello uses art therapy to heal, connect, and empower.

By K Futur Artist Focus
Tom Wilkins
Artist Focus Artist Focus | Tom Wilkins – Street Photography with Kindness at its Heart

Street portraits in Cardiff spread kindness, confidence, and viral positivity worldwide.

By K Futur Artist Focus
August Artois at KCW Hairy Dog
Global TREИDNG PROFILES: AUGUST ARTOIS – THE BAD GUY OF PRO WRESTLING

August Artois thrives on chaos, brutality, and unapologetic authenticity worldwide.

By K Futur Global
Venus BEHJATI
Artist Focus Artist Focus | Venus Behjati – Painting Stories of Memory, Myth and Existence

Venus Behjati paints memory and myth into thought-provoking artworks.

By K Futur Artist Focus
Santino Martin
Artist Focus Artist Focus | Santino Martin – From Derby’s DIY Scene to the Stage, the Multi-Genre Artist Making Noise Across the East Midlands

Derby’s Santino Martin defies genres, thriving in the underground scene.

By K Futur Artist Focus
RISE AGAIN PHOTOGRAPHY
Artist Focus Artist Focus | Rise Again Photography: Capturing the Creative Pulse of Derby’s Music and Visual Scene

Derby’s vibrant music and art scene through Rise Again’s lens.

By K Futur Artist Focus
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