Dr. Gary Stevens

Associate Professor

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Biography

Gary Stevens is an Associate Professor at the Slade School of Fine Art, University College London. His artistic practice emerged in a conceptual, minimal sculptural context during the 1970s, culminating in experiences across film and live performance. Throughout his career, he has focused on the exploration of complex interdisciplinary relationships between sculptural elements and performance art, engaging both with established artists and emerging performers. Notable works include Invisible Work and Slow Life, showcasing his interest in the dynamics of group interactions and the physicality of performance. He emphasizes the collaborative processes involved in artistic creation, often allowing performances to evolve organically. His research interests span the relationship between sculpture and theatre, particularly examining how performance can articulate narratives of identity and consciousness, reflecting on human interactions within increasingly complex societal frameworks. Throughout his teaching career, Stevens has guided numerous students in critical aspects of Fine Art practice, fostering an inclusive environment for artistic expression.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Slade School of Fine Art • London

Teaching and research in Fine Art.

Lecturer

2007-01-01 — 2016-12-31

Slade School of Fine Art • London

Lecturer in BA Fine Art.

Associate Lecturer

2002-01-01 — 2007-01-01

Byam Shaw School of Art, University of the Arts London • London

Associate Lecturer in BA Fine Art.

Tutor

2005-01-01 — 2007-01-01

Wimbledon School of Art, University of the Arts London • London

Tutor for MA Drawing.

Tutor

2004-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Ruskin School of Drawing and Fine Art, Oxford • Oxford

Research Fellow.

Tutor

2002-01-01 — 2003-01-01

Middlesex University, London • London

Tutor for MA Fine Art.

Tutor

1988-01-01 — 2000-01-01

Goldsmith’s School of Art, University of London • London

Tutor and admissions tutor for BA Fine Art.