MA Conservation Studies student Carola, who specialises in Metalwork, considers how best to preserve a heavily corroded shield boss belonging to Worthing Museum.

MA Creative Writing and Publishing student Eve Kenworthy talks about her experience studying at West Dean College, why she chose to study here, and her career to-date.

MA Conservation Studies student Natasha writes about the conservation considerations involved in forming a treatment proposal of a roman coin from Worthing Museum.

MA Conservation Studies student Andrew discusses the progress of a suit of 17th century cuirassier armour he began making in 2021. Now half finished, Andrew reflects on the process to date, his inspiration and what's next for the project.

In this blog post, Graduate Diploma Conservation Studies student Sujin discusses the conservation treatment of a small two-handled Italian maiolica armorial bowl, dated c.1650, from The Courtauld Collection.

Second year MA Creative Writing & Publishing student Sara gives an insight into what a 'typical' day looks like for her at West Dean College.

In this blog post, FdA Historic Craft Practices – Metalwork student Andrew Braund talks about the projects he has been pursuing during lockdown; including making a suit of 17th century cuirassier armour.

A day in the life of a Graduate Diploma Conservation Studies student, specialising in Books and Library Materials.

Whilst in Lockdown at home, Graduate Diploma Conservation Studies student Florence Watson took the opportunity to get back to basics and make paper from scratch. Read the blog post to find out about the process, including making a mould and deckle.