Ahead of her course on feather conservation we sat down with tutor Lydia Messerschmitt . In this discussion Lydia shares her journey into conservation, her passion for working with organic materials, especially feathers, and the challenges and rewards of preserving delicate historical objects.
A discussion about the relevance of blacksmithing and craft in the digital age with blacksmithing tutor and stalwart of West Dean, Andrew Smith.
Ahead of her short course 'Mixed media landscape painting on clay board', as part of Clay Week, we sat down virtually to chat about her unique gesso recipe and her artistic journey.
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.