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The Gary Pearson Award (For Breaking Boundaries) – BA (Hons) Textiles & Surface Design: Sophie Ridsdale

The Gary Pearson Award (For Breaking Boundaries) – BA (Hons) Textiles & Surface Design: Sophie Ridsdale

by Natassia Lee | Jul 31, 2026 | Latest News, Textiles

BA (Hons) Textiles & Surface Design student Sophie Risdale is the recipient of this year’s The Gary Pearson Award (For Breaking Boundaries) 2026. This award is presented in memory of Gary Pearson, a student who explored and pushed boundaries, whether...
Staff Spotlight on Mothlight Studio Co-founder and new Games Art Lecturer Renwar Othman!

Staff Spotlight on Mothlight Studio Co-founder and new Games Art Lecturer Renwar Othman!

by Natassia Lee | Jul 30, 2026 | Latest News

Staff spotlight on our newest addition to our BA (Hons) Games Art degree programme, Lecturer Renwar Othman. Joining us from years of experience working with studios like Double Eleven and Segritude Games before developing his own game art business, Mothlight Studios....
Illustration Achievement Award Winner Amelie Smith!

Illustration Achievement Award Winner Amelie Smith!

by Natassia Lee | Jul 29, 2026 | Illustration, Latest News

BA (Hons) Illustration for Commercial Application student Amelie Smith is the recipient of this year’s Illustration Achievement Award. This award is given to the student who has shown an exceptional attitude within their practice, commitment to their studies,...
UAL Extended Diploma in Costume Design students embark on live brief with Raby Castle for 2026 Exhibition!

UAL Extended Diploma in Costume Design students embark on live brief with Raby Castle for 2026 Exhibition!

by Natassia Lee | Jul 28, 2026 | Latest News

This year, UAL Extended Diploma in Costume Design students embarked on a live brief with cultural heritage site Raby Castle, starting with a research trip to the site and grounds. Raby Castle is one of the most impressive intact castles in the North of England. Built...
New Graduate joint Award Winner Leoni Dingwall!

New Graduate joint Award Winner Leoni Dingwall!

by Natassia Lee | Jul 27, 2026 | Fine Art Blog, Latest News

BA (Hons) Fine Art student Leoni Dingwall shares this year’s prestigious New Graduate Award with fellow student Eva Grinvalde. The award is a post-education professional development opportunity to support North East-based creative graduates from Arts Council...
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  • The Gary Pearson Award (For Breaking Boundaries) – BA (Hons) Textiles & Surface Design: Sophie Ridsdale
  • Staff Spotlight on Mothlight Studio Co-founder and new Games Art Lecturer Renwar Othman!
  • Illustration Achievement Award Winner Amelie Smith!
  • UAL Extended Diploma in Costume Design students embark on live brief with Raby Castle for 2026 Exhibition!
  • The extraordinary life of the James Bond designer behind a lasting legacy for future set design degree students

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