Elam School of Fine Arts
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The Elam School of Fine Arts, founded in 1890 by John Edward Elam is a part of Auckland University. Students study degrees in fine art with an emphasis on a multidisciplinary approach.
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[edit] History
The school was founded in 1890 by John Edward Elam. Archie Fisher was appointed principal in 1924 and was instrumental in the school's inclusion within the University of Auckland in 1950.[1]
A fire at the school in January of 1949 destroyed many works for an upcoming exhibition by John Weeks.[1]
In 1994 the Sargeson Trust gave the Fraser Gallery, located in the downstairs premises of an historic stables in Princes St, to the students of Elam for an exhibition space.[2]
[edit] Notable Alumni
The school has had a significant effect on the Art of New Zealand. Notable alumni include:
- George Baloghy
- Gretchen Albrecht
- John Weeks
- Lois White
- Lynley Dodd
- Melvin Day
- Michael Parekowhai
- Peter Brown
See Category:Elam Art School alumni for a full list of Wikipedia articles on Elam Art School alumni.
[edit] References
- ^ a b Ian Thwaites & Rie Fletcher (2004). We Learnt to See: Elam's Rutland Group 1935-1958. Puriri Press, pp. 43-45. ISBN 0-908-943-27-X.
- ^ Issue #1 of the Buddle Finlay Sargeson Fellowship Update (2006-06-27). Retrieved on 2008-05-13.
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