Degree Show (2026) — Ace Cresswell

Manchester School of Art Degree Show (2026)

Crave, Center Mass and Untitled (Triptych) were shown in the Manchester School of Art Degree show, More to Come in June 2026.

“The Degree Show celebrates the achievements of this year’s final-year students with a showcase of work from across Art, Design, Fashion, Digital Arts, Performance and Architecture. This year's theme, More to Come, represents the exciting road ahead for graduates. Their degree is just the beginning of a fulfilling career in their chosen sector. This is a celebration of creative identity and possibility. A reminder that the journey doesn’t stop here- there is more to explore, more to make, and more to come.”

At the exhibition, Ace Cresswell received two awards and was shortlisted for a third. He received the Art History Award for highest marks in the subject in the year. He received ‘highly commended’ for the Critical Contexts Award that “recognises outstanding critical and contextual research, evidenced through practice or writing, and distinguished by clarity, originality and informed engagement with relevant debates and contexts.” He was also shortlisted for the Community, Diversity & Inclusion Award that “recognises work that engages people or themes to advance diversity, equity and inclusion, demonstrating ethical awareness, collaboration and respect for lived experience.”