Writing and Publishing
Scrounging for money: how great writers made a living
From pest exterminators to advertising copywriters, the great writers of the past found inventive ways to support themselves and their…
Prioritising self-care in the arts
Looking after yourself is an important part of maintaining creative energy
The Arts salute the 1967 Referendum and Sorry Day
This week reminds us of the importance of respect.
Why you need to say no
In order to say yes to the good stuff, you’ve got to learn to say no.
Retraining as a teacher
People often switch up careers in the arts, with many deciding to return to university and become a teacher.
Empowering creative practitioners through research
Can academic research push the boundaries of creative practice? Yes, and more.
How are bears and art students similar?
Winter is a good time to retreat to the studio, and the National Art School is offering intensive courses to…
Those who can do, teach
Have we moved beyond our tendency to dismiss educators as failed practitioners? In creative education, and even more broadly, it's…
The joy (and difficulty) of doing what you love
Graduating is only the beginning of the struggle. What you do next is key.
Why creatives need to learn from each other
Graduates do better with a multi-disciplinary approach.