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- 1972-1974 (Creation)
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A red notebook with 'ART' written on the front cover with stylised typography. The notebook contains notes on Wilson's work and work by other artists including Michael Ayrton, and planning for Wilson's portfolio for Glasgow School of Art. A collection of letters are also stuck to the pages of the notebook, which include Wilson's acceptance letter for the Glasgow School of Art dated to 1972, correspondence between Wilson and Ayrton and between Wilson and The Bruton Gallery regarding Ayrton's work. The notebook also lists sales of Wilson's work made between 1973 and 1974. The last page in the notebook contains a catalogue of art-related books.
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Colin Wilson studied Drawing and Painting at GSA in the 1970s. He designed the poster and programme for the 1978 fashion show, and was also an usher at the show. He was awarded a scholarship for postgraduate study in session 1976-77.
Colin did a post-graduate qualification in wood engraving then taught in the Textile Department at GSA before working in the Graphics Department at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. He worked latterly as an artist in a studio in Ruthven Lane, where he died in a fire on 15th February 2002.
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- English
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Ink on paper and card.
Dimensions: 260 x 205 mm
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Catalogued by Erin Doak, student work placement, Jul 2024.
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- English