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Contents
09-11 FIRST THOUGHTS Justin
McKeown, head of fine art and computer
science at York St John University,
explores the role of art education in a
world transformed by digital technology.
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13-26 PERSPECTIVES We talk about
the pros and cons of degree shows with
Kirsty Ogg (New Contemporaries), Claire
Doherty (Situations), Deirdre Figueiredo
(Craftspace) and artist and curator Kevin
Hunt. Plus, four graduating students
discuss their work.
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Bristol Fine Art degree show,
2013. Photo: Steve Norton
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Falmouth University degree
show, 2013
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Claire Doherty, director,
Situations
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Natalie Willis, York St John
University, 2014
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Ophelia Finke, Everest,
Bloomberg New
Contemporaries, 2013
29-33 PREVIEWS In partnership with
Birmingham Institute of Art & Design;
The Cass, London; and Falmouth
University.
35-39 LISTINGS Highlights from across
the UK, featuring over 60 degree shows.
43 COLLECTING Ten things to do if
you’re planning to buy work at a fine art
degree show.
45 DEFINING SUCCESS Tutors and
art school directors on what makes a
successful degree show.
47 AND FINALLY... One year on, we
catch up with 2013 graduate Ali Reed,
winner of the New Art West Midlands
2014 award.
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