The New Year naturally lends itself to hope and aspiration, our resolutions don't have to be heavy and unejoyable. This year set goals which celebrate creativity and inspire action.

We caught up with artist Luca Indraccolo on the final day of his week long oil painting short course to discuss his career path, his process and the place of creativity in the modern world.

We sat down with Sarah Burns after her 3 day course on block printing with natural dyes to her learn about her practice, her obsession with pattern and the importance of exploration.

Psychologist Kari Leibowitz encourages us to rewrite our narrative around winter and make the most of the opportunities this season brings. Rest, reflection and, above all, creativity.

We sit down with Jane Fox at our London campus to discuss her short course on making intaglio prints with tetrapak cartons.

This Christmas, give the gift of creativity with handmade crafts and shared experiences and bring a personal touch to your holiday gifting. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just looking for unique ideas, there are so many ways to give one-of-a-kind presents this year with short courses in Sussex, London and online.

Ahead of the release of her new book 'Soulful Stitch: Finding creativity in crisis' we sat down to chat with West Dean tutor Cas Holmes to hear about her creative process and why it is so important to embrace uncertainty.

According to new studies, arts and crafts can measurably improve your health and even provide more fulfilment than our jobs.