f Locating culture in precarious times: A study of culture-led regeneration and artistic production in Manchester

The aim of this article is to critically examine a culture-led regeneration project in Manchester. Through specific case studies I am aiming to contribute to the broad discourse around the nature of artistic production and cultural activity in this post-industrial city. This article outlines a new direction for artistic production in the ‘new maker’s economy’ which I am discussing with the intention of drawing out potential issues regarding the future of independent art organizations.