TWELVE local people who help to make Knutsford a great place to live have been celebrated in unique photographs.

The pictures went on display last week as part of the third Knutsfordian gallery exhibition – a collection of portraits by photographer Paul Worpole.

Business and community leaders were the subjects of the superb pictures, but even they were in the dark about the images until they were unveiled at a special launch.

First held in 2013, the Knutsfordian exhibition in Marshall was open to the public last weekend with help from the Knutsford Hosts.

Knutsford Guardian:

The stars of the portraits were:

• Chris Sheldon (Sheldons Dairy)

• Julia Chard (Mr Simms)

• Vincent Lazzarini (The Cheese Yard)

• Claire Sawyer (We Are Knutsford)

• Mark Radcliffe and Paul Langley (Knutsford Music Festival, LOL Cheshire and more)

• Alison Cunliffe (The Real Fruit Creamery)

• Caroline and Lee Williams (The Prescription Service)

• Sal Thompson (Knutsford First Responders)

• Helen Rogers (Knutsford Admin)

• Bob Garner (Knutsford Town Ranger)

• Joanne Ashton (The White Orchid)

• Jane Smyth (Knutsford Market Hall)

Knutsford Guardian:

The exhibition was supported by GGM Properties, owners of Marshall House, who provided the venue at no cost.

“Once again, Paul has created an incredible collection of photographs reflecting the personality, business and interests of a great group of Knutsfordians” said town clerk, Adam Keppel-Green.

“We were really pleased to see the fantastic reception to the exhibition from the stars and visitors alike.”