28 January 2005

Non-Art staff Open Exhibition

Photo opportunity: exhibition preview, 5.45pm, Friday 28 January, Lamb Gallery, Tower Building, University of Dundee

Reviving an old tradition, the University of Dundee's non-art staff exhibition opens to the public tomorrow and includes an exhibit from the University Rector Lorraine Kelly.

Janitors, lecturers and admin staff are all taking part in the exhibition where traditional pencil drawings and watercolours will be on display along with modern art pieces and even a collection of souvenir spoons.

Honorary lecturer and President of the Dundee Art Society, John Berridge started the tradition in 1988 and with interest from staff across the University, the University Exhibitions Department decided to revive the event.

"I think the show is a great idea" said Kate Martin, Lecturer, Department of Community Education. "This is the first time I've had anything in an exhibition and I'm delighted - the subject of my drawing, my nephew Ruaridh, was really pleased when I told him he was going to be in an exhibition. It is very encouraging for people who enjoy art to be able to show their work and I hope the non-art staff exhibition will become an annual event."

The exhibition can be seen in the Lamb Gallery, Tower Building, University of Dundee until 26 February. Opening hours are Mon-Fri: 9.30am-8pm, Sat: 9.30am-4.30pm.

For further information please contact Donna Lovell, Exhibition Department on 01382 345330

By Angela Durcan, Press Officer 01382 344910, out of hours: 07968298585, a.durcan@dundee.ac.uk