Lesley Stevenson

Lesley Stevenson is a Lecturer and Coordinator for Critical and Contextual Studies for 3D at the School of Art, Architecture and Design, London Metropolitan University. She holds an MA in Art History and Philosophy from the University of Glasgow and a PhD from the Courtauld Institute of Art. Her expertise spans visual cultures, art history, photography, and cultural studies.

Education:

• PhD in Art History, Courtauld Institute of Art
• MA in Art History and Philosophy, University of Glasgow

Her research focuses on visual cultures, particularly in art history, photography theory, and critical studies. Notable works include analyses of still life traditions, 19th-century art, and genre theory. She has contributed to exhibitions like Inspiring Impressionism and co-edited Genre Matters.

Lesley has organized academic conferences on topics such as genre theory, sensory studies, and practice-based research. Her teaching includes Critical and Contextual Studies for Visual Communication and Design-related MAs, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches.

Her publications span books, exhibition catalogues, and peer-reviewed articles, reflecting a sustained engagement with art criticism and cultural analysis.