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We are pleased to share a showcase of work from the BA (Hons) Drawing at Open College of the Arts, curated by their Programme Leader, Emma Drye from work submitted at the completion of their course units.
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In September 2025, a cohort of internationally based OCA students completed their MA Fine Art degree. Over a period of two years, they have studied together, engaging in various forms of learning, including critiques, discussions, presentations, lectures, and interactive workshops.
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Open College of the Arts extends many congratulations to OCA painting tutor Jo Whittle who was one of the final four shortlisted for the John Moores painting Prize 2025 and is currently taking part in the winners exhibition at the Walker Art Gallery.
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The aim of the Turner Prize is to provoke debate around contemporary British art. Each year four artists based in Britain are shortlisted by a panel. The selection is based on projects or exhibitions from the past year.
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The Creative Arts Showcase is now in its third year and is an end of academic year presentation from our students. We thank all our students who chose to participate and for their enthusiasm in putting forward their work this year.
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Welcome to our online Degree Show Showcase 22/23 where we are celebrating a number of our graduates from across six of our degree programmes.
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