Even in the early war years the school was greatly enlivened by the occasional presence of conscripted former students on leave.
[5] Beginning in 1963, Oliver wrote for over 25 years as The Guardian's Scottish arts correspondent, reporting the "optimism" she saw in the country's theatre, opera, music, painting and sculpture.
[7] Cordelia Oliver also wrote books and exhibition catalogue essays, including works on Joan Eardley, Jessie M King, and Bet Low.
[8] She was known as a particular supporter of women artists, including Margot Sandeman, Winifred Nicholson, Pat Douthwaite, and embroiderer Kathleen Mann.
[12] Cordelia Patrick married photographer George Arthur Oliver; they hosted social gatherings at their home in Pollokshields, traveled together and sometimes covered arts events together.