Exploring Ronan’s conceptual, methodological and substantive innovations: Ronan on public art

Abstract

ABSTRACT As the academic field of study into public art, particularly within regeneration contexts, was emerging, Ronan Paddison brought his interests in quality of life, culture-led regeneration, community and public spaces, and the broader processes of urban change to the discipline. This paper briefly outlines how these conversations developed and can be seen reflected in current thinking around the role of art, particularly in urban regeneration.