PEOPLE who have overcome adversity are the focus of an exhibition with a difference.

The collection by Cheltenham artist Kate Hopkins features a man who runs half marathons despite having had a leg amputated and a man who has cerebral palsy.

This is the first solo exhibition the 30-year-old, from Leckhampton, has put on for 10 years after taking time out to have three children.

Kate, whose paintings are on show in Gloucester, said: "It's about people who have overcome hardship and are inspirational. I have been really pleased by the turnout. People are saying it's good to see work which has a bit more to it."

The University of Gloucestershire graduate has decided to donate money raised by the exhibition to five different charities -– all of which have links to her subjects or the venue.

The exhibition runs at St Nicholas's Church in Westgate Street, Gloucester, until July 24.

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