Modern Art Oxford – News – posted 22nd September 2012
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We are deeply saddened to report the death of Modern Art Oxford’s Director, Michael Stanley.
Michael joined the gallery in January 2009 and during this time he delivered a vibrant and critically acclaimed artistic programme. He spearheaded an approach that showcased both neglected and established artists, as well as introducing cutting-edge contemporary artists. His approach was sometimes radical, often revelatory and always thought-provoking.
As well as creating an exciting new gallery space, Michael initiated innovative joint ventures with other Oxford cultural institutions including the Ashmolean, the Old Power Station and the Radcliffe Observatory.
David Isaac, Chair of Modern Art Oxford said he will be hugely missed by everyone in the artistic community both nationally and internationally. “We have lost a great talent; our thoughts are with his family at this very sad time.”
Exhibitions that Director Michael Stanley was involved with at the gallery:
Pawel Althamer Common Task
David Austen End of Love
Karla Black Karla Black
Miroslaw Balka Topography
Johanna Billing I’m lost without your rhythm
Abraham Cruzvillegas Autoconstrucción: The Optimistic Failure of a Simultaneous Promise
Simon & Tom Bloor Hit and miss
Shezad Dawood Piercing Brightness
John Gerrard Exercise (Djibouti)
Thomas Houseago What Went Down
Howard Hodgkin Time and place
Regina José Galindo
Jon Lockhart Manuel Labour
Roman Ondák Time Capsule
Maria Pask Déja Vù
Manfred Pernice Baldt1
Susan Philipsz You are not alone
Michael Sailstorfer Clouds
Jenny Saville Jenny Saville
Graham Sutherland An Unfinished World
Kerry Tribe Dead Star Light
Richard Woods and DRMM Architects The Yard
Haegue Yang Teacher of Dance
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