Item DC 123/3/1 - Michael Ayrton. A Mentor.

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DC 123/3/1

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Michael Ayrton. A Mentor.

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  • 11 Feb 1973 (Creation)

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1 item

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An essay on artist Michael Ayrton written with a typewriter. The essay consists of three pages stapled together.

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(1954-2002)

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Colin Wilson studied Drawing and Painting at GSA in the 1970s. He designed the poster and programme for the 1978 fashion show, and was also an usher at the show. He was awarded a scholarship for postgraduate study in session 1976-77.
Colin did a post-graduate qualification in wood engraving then taught in the Textile Department at GSA before working in the Graphics Department at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. He worked latterly as an artist in a studio in Ruthven Lane, where he died in a fire on 15th February 2002.

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  • English

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Ink on paper and metal staples.

Dimensions: 295 x 210 mm

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Catalogued by Erin Doak, student work placement, Jul 2024.

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  • English

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