The University of Brighton has been recognised for the quality of its teaching and student outcomes in a UK-wide evaluation of higher education institutions. Read More
Author Archives: Kate Miller
Animation students work with author to bring books to life.
Illustration alumni animates film based on UoB academic’s research
Kate Bilbow, who studied BAHon) Illustration, has animated a film based on University Design Historian Dr Harriet Atkinson’s research into art on the streets in 1943.
MA fine artists London exhibition
A mix of 21 graduating and current Masters students will be exhibiting their work at the Bermondsey Project Space from Friday.
Illustration students artwork feature in Bellingcat report
Award-winning investigative news agency Bellingcat has used illustrations from three graduating BA(Hons) Illustration students in their annual report. Read More
Graduates 2023: Kerenza Emily Maeve Bloomfield: MA Craft
“Collectively, the tutors and technicians have such an immense amount of knowledge to share and are only too willing to help and inspire if you put in the work. Learning from them in that special environment has been a joy.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Saira Yates: MA Inclusive Arts Practice
My own practice and knowledge have developed so much. I have gained a lot from this experience and have had the opportunity to meet and work with so many wonderful people. Read More
Graduates 2023: Shao Ni: MA Sequential Design/Illustration
“I have acquired a deeper understanding of conducting a practice-based study through constantly moving between theory, practice and self-reflection.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Wendy Smith: MA Fine Art
“The course has allowed me to really push the work further and develop ideas that have laid idle for some time with encouragement from staff and students.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Reece Coyle: MA Photography
“Having access to the studios and a wide range of photographic equipment and the complete freedom to experiment have been crucial in developing my practice.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Tracey Horan: MA Textiles
“You are never too old, and you never know where it is going to take you, go for it!” Read More
Graduates 2023: Lizzie Brewster: MA Photography
“It has been hugely influential to have a range of different artists to work alongside, many of whom have practices outside of the MA and photography.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Amy Packwood: MA Craft
“The support from the technicians was incredible and the sense of community in the space is something I will miss very much.”
Graduates 2023: Tatiana Haslam: MA Photography
“From working with large format cameras and shooting in the studio to processing film in the darkroom and expanding my knowledge of contemporary photographers, I have absorbed a wealth of knowledge.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Lindsay Connors: MA Fine Art
I used to think that an MA was out of my reach, but on the contrary, has been accessible and achievable for me doing it part time.
Graduates 2023: Maxine Hunt: MA Inclusive Arts Practice
“Be sure to choose the right postgraduate course – be Brave, it might be something very different than what you think!” Read More
Graduates 2023: Giles Stokoe: MA Photography
“Many people are questioning the trajectory of their lives post Covid, and I would recommend to anyone who feels that they have stones left unturned, that they should consider post graduate study as a way to make room for themselves to turn those stones, explore what is underneath and open up the possibilities of a more interesting and fulfilling future.”
Graduates 2023: Caroline Fortune: MA Inclusive Arts Practice
“Give yourself permission to do something that makes your heart sing, and trust the process when it feels messy. ”
Graduates 2023: Susan Bell: MA Photography
“I have re-connected with the darkroom, got to work with 5×4 plate cameras, had workshops on 16mm film making, photogravure and b&w printing.”
Read More
Graduates 2023: Shirley Archibald: MA Fine Art
“There are many but the main highlight is having a supportive group of like-minded creatives who make incredibly inspiring work. Having discussions about artists ideas and techniques with my peers has pushed my artwork forward.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Sebastian Farron-Mahon: MA Photography
“What struck me about the UoB course, was the faculty. Many of them had a direct influence on me during my undergraduate degree. Whether it was because of their written or practical contributions, I was amazed that so many names that had challenged my understanding of photography could be lecturing on one course.”
Read More
Graduates 2023: Mai Aboassi: MA Fine Art
“Finding a class that encourages exploration while improving my organization and ability to pinpoint my area of expertise was essential.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Jemma Day: MA Photography
“The opportunities for experimentation and the freedom to explore different mediums and techniques have been highlights of the course for me.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Emma Scott-Child: MA Fine Art
“The opportunity to exhibit in the university galleries and space has been wonderful. Seeing art in the context of a public space adds a new dimension to it.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Ainoa Burgos Gonzalez: MA Photography
“The biggest highlight is always the people: lecturers, technicians and peer students. They make the university the good place that it is.” Read More
Student film runner up at film festival
An entry by 3rd year Film student groups has been named runner up in the Student Film category at Brighton Rocks film festival at the weekend. Read More
Graduates 2023: Yu-Chen Lee: MA Photography
“Through my experiences, I came to realize the connection between art and life, and how they intertwine to create meaningful experiences. ” Read More
Graduates 2023: Molly O’Neill: MA Fine Art
The highlights of the course for me have been being lucky enough to have a studio space in Brighton to share with my peers and being inspired by working in the space with other like-minded artists. Read More
Graduates 2023: Callum Howat-Tracy: MA Sequential Design/Illustration
“There’s a guest lecture every week from industry professionals, who have a great deal of experience to learn from. The creative workshops were great fun too.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Markus Taylor: MA Fine Art
Yes, the works are challenging, cancer is a huge challenge that drives my practice on, but cancer really challenges all of us to talk about it and we have to. Read More
Graduates 2023: Andrew Nutton: MA Photography
“The most important aspects are always the people – my year group, and the excellent dedicated staff that we have at Edward St., City Campus. I spend a lot of time here using the facilities but it is also like a second home.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Sam Hobbs: MA Fine Art
“I have learned so much and feel more confident about my practice and how to move forward.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Joshua Day: Design for Digital Media
“Going into the creative industry to be specialised in one area can be useful, but to be specialised and have a deep understanding of multiple disciplines is a true leg-up and something I’m sure I will be grateful for forever.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Ben Stezaker: Photography
“Coming from London to a new city by the sea gave me a completely new place to explore and photograph. It opened my eyes to new things and I take a lot of inspiration from the sea.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Sholto Murray: 3D Design and Craft
“Brighton has allowed me to explore varying opportunities that I otherwise wouldn’t have had access to.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Emma Adams: Fashion Communication
“I highly recommend taking a placement year, whilst the placement was challenging, I gained so much experience & confidence from it. Going into final year I feel less panicked about the thought of graduating into the industry as now I have had a taster of this.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Anya Millard-Nash: 3D Design and Craft
“These three years have been so enriching and given me so many opportunities that I never thought I’d be able to have.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Jaime Walker: Photography
“Trust your intuition. There is no right or wrong decision, they’re just different.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Altamash Kadri: Graphic Design
“If I needed to give the 16 year old me an advise that will be things take times and things will go your way, so just keep working hard and putting in all you got.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Olivia Rhind: Fashion Communication
“I soon learnt that what sets Brighton apart is the sense of freedom and lack of judgment that runs through the city, making it an endless source of inspiration.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Reuben Singh: Graphic Design
“In my hometown it feels like people only ever wear black, grey, or navy. On my first day in Brighton, I saw someone wearing bootcut, american-flag-pattern jeans with an eagle on one leg in the coffee aisle of Sainsbury’s.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Saul Showell Nicholas: 3D Design and Craft
“I was told as I was starting my bladesmithing journey by someone to “just go for it. It will either work or it won’t and if you don’t try you’re going to kick yourself forever after.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Iara Talledo Violani: 3D Design and Craft
“There is a strong sense of community here and I think that makes the course even more amazing.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Alice Spearman: 3D Design and Craft
“Embrace it and make the most of it! It’s easy to take for granted all the amazing facilities available, but before you know it, you’re graduating and suddenly they’re not available to you anymore.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Charlotte Hamilton-Bing: Painting
“The specificity is the reason I chose this course over my other choices, and it was one of the best choices I have ever made.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Tesni Smith: 3D Design and Craft
“My making skills in multiple disciplinaries has gone from next to nothing to having a great foundation in various processes that will exponentially grow my practice.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Abi Downey: Painting
“I don’t want it to stop but endings bloom into new beginnings and I’m excited about the future.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Simon Tomlinson: Printmaking
“What I enjoyed most is the emphasis on learning through making, following your curiosity and taking risks.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Alice Coomber: 3D Design and Craft
“The advice I would give to myself is to keep an open mind to be able to adapt to different circumstances while making the most of the opportunities available during the degree.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Fe Stevens: 3D Design and Craft
“Make the most of every opportunity, as you never you what adventure it will take you on and enjoy life as a constant learning journey, to never stop learning.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Stanley Andrews: 3D Design and Craft
“When starting this project the location of the course became a vital part of my work, connecting me to supply’s of materials I used in my making.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Rosie Tuff: Painting
“The studio environment and the discussions that I have had with fellow painters on the course has been a significantly enjoyable part of the course.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Reka Ujvari: Printmaking
“It’s never too late to start university and choose a course that you would enjoy doing. I started my BA as a mature student – I was 28 – and I felt very good about my choice, I wasn’t just doing this degree to stay in school and to “do what I meant to do” but because I truly wanted to do it.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Alexander Ardisson: Painting
“This course is perfect if you want to pursue your artistic expression whilst having no limits. I chose it because I knew I had enough passion and curiosity to carve my own path.”
Graduates 2023: Joseph Humphries: Textiles
“After college I was working in Savile Row, while I was there, I became interested in suiting cloth. I then decided to leave to study textile design, while knowing I wanted to specialise in weave. The best aspect of my course was the full technical cover, ensuring that there was always a technician in the studio to assist you and making sure you where able to get on with your work.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Emily Maguire: Fine Art Painting
“I chose my course (Fine Art: Painting) as it is a specialised course that priorities studio-based art making. Before coming to university, I knew I wanted to paint, so I needed time and space to be fully submerged in my practice.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Finn Gayton: Fine Art
“I always wanted to do my studies in Brighton as I knew that I liked the city and that it had a good arts department for a university outside of London. It is a great city to live in as a student.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Sara Paowana: Fine Art
“I would say to 16 year old Sara that university has been a rite of passage and has provided someone like me from a working class, mixed heritage background many opportunities in the creative field.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Melanie Woodward: Fine Art
“I would tell my 16 year old self that pursuing an art career is not naïve. Go for it!” Read More
Graduates 2023: Maia Roman: Illustration
“Don’t be afraid of making lots of mistakes because the sooner you get over it the sooner you’ll enjoy the process more!” Read More
Graduates 2023: Abby French: Illustration
“This year, one of my animations was used within BBCs Great British Menu Finale and my illustrations are displayed over 26 benches throughout the Brighton Marina.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Freddy Goodfellow: Illustration
“Brighton is a contagious town and rubs off on most things.” Read More
Graduates 23: Anthea Clarke: Digital Music and Sound Arts
“From the very first assignment I experimented and took my sound somewhere I’d never explored before. The course has been really life changing for me.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Mercy Korang: Textiles
“I have acquired knowledge and skills in creating knitted fabrics and garments using multiple techniques.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Rowena Guy De Quin: Fashion Communication
“It has all gone so fast and it feels over too soon, but I am excited to continue working on projects with my friends as we all go into this next stage of life.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Josie Hooper: Digital Music and Sound Arts
“I took a chance, and it’s turned out really well.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Vince Kamski/Thaumiel: Digital Music and Sound Arts
“I’ve met so many amazing and inspiring people and produced work I’m really proud of.” Read More
Fashion Revolution Week: Fashion Afterwards and Beyond
Fashion Communications students and staff have organised a series of events for the University of Brighton Fashion Revolution Week, running across Grand Parade next week. Read More
Meet the staff: Siobhan Martin: Textiles technician and graduate
“I had an amazing experience at the University of Brighton. From working in London for Ben Sherman to designing fabric in traditional British mills, to living in Paris for three months and designing fabric for Chanel, and working in a Woven design studio in London.”
Meet the staff: Roderick Mills, Illustration
“I love the conversation via the tutorial with students, helping students to find their own visual language through enquiry, investigation of subjects, experimentation, and play, to help students find themselves and what they want to make work about. ” Read More
Meet the staff: Vanessa Marr, Digital Design lecturer
“I’m passionate about the role of design to do good, not just as a tool to make the rich richer. As visual communicators, we possess powerful skills to inform and persuade, which I believe can be used to make a difference.” Read More
Illustration course leader revealed as artist behind smash-hit true crime podcast
Roderick Mills, course leader for BA(Hons) Illustration has been revealed as the artist behind the original artwork for the latest hit podcast from The New York Times, ‘The Coldest Case in Laramie’. Read More
Illustration students produce original animations for BBC Great British Menu final
Animations created by students from BA(Hons) Illustration will have a nationwide audience tonight (Friday 31 March) when they are shown as part of the final of the BBC’s Great British Menu. Read More
Meet the staff: Dr Simon McEnnis, subject lead media
“I knew from a very young age that I was going to be a journalist because I loved creative writing at School. I was having a clear-out over Christmas and I found a football match report that I wrote when I was 13 and my teacher left the comment “could have been lifted from the sports pages” which turned out to be a premonition given my career path. Read More
Thinking of choosing a media course?
Hear from Viktorija a third year Media Production student and student ambassador. Read More
Dr Lance Dann, award winning podcaster and Media Production lecturer
“I began telling stories with sound and on the radio back when I was a student, there was a University radio station where they played 90s rock and my flatmate and I used to show up playing records backwards, reading from poetry books and making strange noises. They banned us within a month, so I turned it into a career!”
What facilities can I use on Media Production?
As a student on Media Production you will have access to two media studios, camera, lighting and sound equipment and full service post production tools. Read More
Book your place on a subject taster day!
If you are in Year 12 and interesting in art, design, fashion and textiles this is you chance to get involved and see if you’d like to study your passion at degree level. Read More
MA Craft graduate exhibits at Craft Council
MA Craft 2021 graduate, Belinda Coyne, has been selected for the prestigious Crafts Council’s Collect exhibition 2023. Read More
Artist takes up Brighton painting fellowship
Michael Clarence is the latest artist to receive a prestigious Freelands Fellowship to work for a year within University of Brighton’s School of Art and Media. Read More
Painting Alumni Morag Caister wins Sky Arts Portrait of the Year
The win for Morag, who graduated from her Fine Art Painting degree in 2019, means that alumni from the University of Brighton course hold both the current Portrait Artist of the Year and the Landscape Artist of the Year following Elisha Enfield’s win of that title earlier this year. Read More
Craft student making her mark in TV craft series
Chloe Hook is enjoying her run in the series Handmade, C4’s primetime competition to find Britain’s best woodworker. Read More
Lecturers Domestic Academic Quilt project exhibits at Loughborough
A large quilt installation, the brainchild of Vanessa Marr, course leader of Design for Digital Media, with accompanying audio reflecting on women academics’ experiences during the Covid pandemic will be exhibited at Loughborough University this week. Read More
Student-led exhibition explores the nature of design this summer.
The exhibition, titled Design Matters, will feature objects chosen by 14 MA and PhD students which they consider to be particularly ingenious examples of design. These objects could be made by the students or something of historical, social or cultural significance. Read More
Fashion students team up with Burberry to tackle industry waste
University of Brighton students are tackling fashion industry waste by making clothes from surplus fabric supplied to them by global fashion house Burberry. Read More
Crafts graduates picked as ones to watch by the Crafts Council
Two of this year’s graduates from University of Brighton have been chosen among 2022 names to watch by the Crafts Council magazine Crafts. Read More
Illustration legend and ex art school lecturer Raymond Briggs dies
Raymond Briggs, creator of masterpieces of illustration as diverse as The Snowman and When The Wind Blows, has passed away, aged 88.
3D alumna Anna Bullus awarded honorary degree
Anna came up with the idea of recycling discarded chewing gum while studying 3D Design and Craft. Read More
Illustration student Imogen Donegan named as one to watch by the AOI
The Association of Illustrators has name recent Illustration graduate Imogen Donegan as one of 10 talented new graduates to watch. Read More
Textiles student releases a graduation love song to the city
Sadie Horler has released a love song to the city, in the same week as her graduation. Read More
Brighton honours Turner Prize-winning artist Helen Cammock
University of Brighton has awarded an Honorary degree of Doctor of Arts to ground-breaking artist and photography alumna Helen Cammock for her work in creative arts and social care. Read More
Graduates 2022: Valerie Savchits: MA Fine Art
I enjoyed having conversations with my tutors. Individual Essay and Mentoring Module tutorials helped me to deepen my interest in the chosen subjects. Read More
Graduates 2022: Clive Parsley: MA Fine Art
Having been guided by my tutors and mentor to hone my research proposal, within the first couple of months I felt confident enough to steer away from my planned use of medium and experiment in new techniques. Read More
Graduates 2022: Jane Beecham: MA Fine Art
The course at Brighton has been amazing. It has completely given me the boost and redirection I felt I needed. Read More
Painting graduate Miranda Forrester making waves at Soho House
University of Brighton art graduate Miranda Forrester is combining designing fabrics for Soho House’s new Brighton outpost with international painting success. Read More
Graduates 2022: Martina La Trobe-Bateman: Photography MA
“I have absolutely loved my time at Brighton. I completed both my BA and my Master’s here. I feel seen and known here. One is never just one of many, I felt like my lecturers believed in me long before I learned to do so for myself.” Read More
Graduates 2022: Anastasios Nyfadopoulos: Fine Art MA
Graduates 2022: Lucy Lavender: Inclusive Arts Practice MA
“I have loved my time at Brighton. Jayne and Jo, our course leaders have been fantastic. They have really lived up to the course mentality of inclusivity by being extremely flexible to help prevent exclusion on days when having a new baby made it hard to join in.” Read More
Graduates 2022: Sofia Smith: Photography MA
“I was particularly interested in the course at Brighton because it has a focus in the early stages on experimentation and theory, which was perfect for me as I my undergraduate degree was in English literature and creative writing.”
Graduates 2022: Jennifer Davis: Fine Art MA
“There have been so many perks to this course, I have surprisingly enjoyed aspects of it that I didn’t think I would, such as creating a presentation to discuss my practice. This was at first a worry for me but after talking to an audience about my work I felt confident about my presentation and public speaking skills that I may need in the future!” Read More