To find myself as President of the Oxford Art Society Associates is totally unexpected and a considerable honour. I am well aware that following Jon Whiteley is a formidable challenge. Jon’s personal and academic qualities will be well-known to members of the Associates, and I recall with huge gratitude his integrity and support in all matters that lead to the creation of the undergraduate degree in the History of Art.  As a poacher turned gamekeeper (having spoken to the Associates), I will strive to do what I can in his succession.

There is no town in Britain (other than unmanageable London) that can offer more fulsome riches in the visual arts than are available in Oxford.

It will be a privilege to be directly involved with the Associates.

With the best wishes to everyone for 2021.

Martin Kemp

January 1^st 2021
Letter from the OASA President to the Associates