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AN empty nester is filling the void in her life by rekindling her love of art. Mature student Julie Wilkerson, of Darlington, has brushed herself down to return to the classroom after seeing her daughter head off to university. “I was at such a low ebb,” said Julie, 51, who has enrolled at Cleveland College of Art & Design. “I’d […]

A WAGON driver who suffered a permanent disability following an industrial accident is focusing on a new career as a photographer. Bob Peel, of Stockton, detached two ligaments in his ankle and ripped apart his cartilage in a freak work accident. But despite extensive reconstructive surgery he was left with osteoarthritis in his left leg forcing him to give up […]

AN unemployed mum who was housebound with severe agoraphobia is opening doors to a new life after discovering her hidden artistic talents. Just one year ago Kathleen Sowerby, 33, of Hartlepool, was unable to leave her home after suffering debilitating health and family problems. With limited qualifications Kathleen’s job prospects were bleak but after being told about an access course […]

A RETIRED construction manager is building a new career path after a major health scare drew him back to his love of art. Recovering from a heart attack, Peter Holmes, of Stockton, was advised by doctors to take up a relaxing hobby Now with help from tutors at Cleveland College of Art & Design, Middlesbrough, Peter, 64, has returned to […]

ARTIST Jonpaul Addison ended up putting his family on a pedestal as he explored life through his art. The Cleveland College of Art & Design extended diploma in fine art student captured the attention of Governors with his work, which examined the family unit through the medium of clay. “I’ve only recently got back in touch with my dad, who […]

LIFE is beginning to add up for a student who has battled a life-long struggle with numbers to develop her true talent within the arts. Cleveland College of Art & Designs student Lauren Vitty has been rewarded for her efforts after picking up the Principal’s Award for her work. The 18-year-old, of Darlington, spotted the hidden benefits of upcycling, completing […]

The Northern School of Art Middlesbrough's annual further education summer show will be taking place at Green Lane, Middlesbrough between Wednesday 4th June (invite only) and Wednesday 11th June. The amazing work produced by our further education students will be  showcased and open to the public on: Thursday 5th June 10am-8pm Friday 6th June 10am - 4pm Saturday 7th June […]

FANTASY figures and colourful creatures are set to give a carnival welcome to hundreds of guests at a leading art college. Mythical creations, wild jungle beasts and Narnia characters will roam the corridors of Cleveland College of Art & Design as it hosts its annual week-long further education summer show from June 5-11 at its Green Lane campus, Middlesbrough. Created […]

BTEC Photography student Jamie Tyerman saw his dream of pursuing a sports photography career become a reality when he got the opportunity to photograph Saracens v Hartlequins at  a packed Wembley Stadium.< Jamie, 18 of Hartburn was so interested in finding out more about the opportunities in sports photography that he proactively sought out a way in which he could […]

ENTREPRENEURIAL young designers have embarked upon a charity challenge to transform castaway clothing into kitchen couture. Cleveland College of Art & Design fashion and textile students are working in partnership with Teesside Hospice to upcycle unwanted clothes into bespoke household items to raise much-needed funds. The Middlesbrough-based charity, which costs £2.2m each year to run, will provide the students with […]

A DYNAMIC design duo have fashioned their way into the finals of a UK-wide textile art contest. The Northern School of Art students Chloe Maloney and Lily Smith have both been named as finalists in the National Fashion Textiles competition at the London Olympia Knitting and Stitching Show 2014. The fashion embroidery competition, open to young people aged 16 to […]

STUDENTS are developing designs on their futures thanks to the support of one of the region’s leading architects. Live briefs and invaluable work experience is helping students at Cleveland College of Art & Design build their portfolios, gain entry to some of the country’s best universities and find their best career options. Niven Architects director Siobhan McMahon spent the day […]

We are delighted that once again Cleveland College of Art & Design is top of the performance tables in the Tees Valley for general FE colleges and sixth form colleges when comparing average point score for A-level and BTEC Extended Diploma by student and by entry. This means that not only do students get a better average grade when looking […]

A DESIGN entrepreneur has ‘Set’ his sights on global success with his own streetwear label. The Northern School of Art graduate Jack Richardson’s vision is to create an international clothing brand with his own North East based designer urban wear ‘Set’. The label, set up two years ago, incorporates Jack’s own unique designs on unisex hats, t-shirts, beanies, sweatshirts and […]

AN artistic student has illustrated his talents in the world of fantasy literature. The Northern School of Art Middlesbrough former BTEC fine art student Matti Walker, of Stockton, has teamed up with Redcar author Margaret D Clark, to illustrate his first book The Magic Kingdom. The children’s fantasy adventure tells the story of Miranda who is taken to the Magic […]