A LIFE model and grandfather of eight has raised £450 for Yorkshire Cancer Research after holding a life drawing 'Bareathon,' which aimed to encourage self-checking for cancer signs and symptoms.

The six-hour session, organised by 80-year-old Michael Cleary, was held at Craven Arts House, Skipton,  and brought together artists of all levels to draw life models in a range of poses.

Mr Cleary, who sadly lost his wife to cancer in 2023, said: "My wife never once complained about having cancer and was full of praise for the care she received from doctors in both Sheffield and Barnsley.

"That’s why I chose to support Yorkshire Cancer Research, so more cancer treatments can be discovered, and more people have access to the best cancer treatment and care.

"I have also lost two sisters to cancer, and part of their reluctance to seek help was due to their religious background.

"People should remember that those in the medical professions have seen it all before and are more than willing to help."

Mr Cleary would like to hold more events in North Yorkshire in the future, and is currently looking for additional venues and life models to take part.

More information about fundraising for Yorkshire Cancer Research is available at www.ycr.org.uk/events-fundraising