Photography in Dunedin...

IN my last post I highlighted some of the work from the talented graduands in the BFA programme at the School of Art, Dunedin. I wanted to add to that the critical work of some year 3 BFA students, who also exhibited work towards the end of this year .
Two such students are Bronwyn Williams and Shirin Khosraviani, both tackling different subject areas and photographic formats. (these students are being highlighted as I have access to images for their work, rather than any preference on my behalf of their work.)
Both students co-ordinated and exhibited their work in public spaces in Dunedin, which is no mean feat at this stage of their careers. They also hosted successful opening nights, ensuring that the art-going public of Dunedin had ample access to their work. This resulted in the type of public review and scrutiny that John Borley was trying to address in his project EXIT DUNEDIN, and something which I believe the School of Art does address throughout their BFA programme, allowing artists both exposure and experience of the world beyond the institutional walls.