Arts Thread

Exhibiting at New Designers 2016?
Here's your opportunity to meet the experts within the creative industry!

You will need an ARTS THREAD portfolio to take advantage of this opportunity - so if you've not created one, Register now!

We are delighted to announce that in Part 2 for 2016 we will have again have experts from The Society of Artists Agents (SAA) to advise graduate illustrators.

The Society of Artists Agents (SAA) is a group of like-minded British Illustrators' Agents whose main aim is to promote the use of quality illustration and encourage the very highest standards of professionalism for the mutual benefit of clients, illustrators and agents. The SAA collectively represent over 1000 top flight illustrators - they nurture new talent as well as promoting established artists throughout the world. The SAA believe in putting back into the industry by helping to educate creative graduates through various educational events and portfolio surgeries which they hold on an annual basis. They enjoy strong links with the AOI, Arts Thread and many Universities nationwide.

Book your session with an expert below -

ALL SESSIONS ARE HELD BETWEEN THE FOLLOWING TIMES -

Thursday & Friday - 11.30-13.30 & 14.30-16.30
Saturday - 11.30-13.30

PART 2

THURSDAY 07 JULY 11.30-13.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Stuart Whitton is an agent with Handsome Frank illustration agency. Originally an illustrator, Stuart made the transition to become an agent in 2013. He handles all of the agency's editorial commissions, regularly working with clients such as the Guardian, the Washington Post and the New Yorker and works closely with Handsome Frank's 35 illustrators.

THURSDAY 07 JULY 11.30-13.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Ged Equi is the Creative Director of The Caffeine Partnership - an award-winning strategic consultancy which specialises in brand-led business growth. Our team are expert strategists, creatives, coaches and powerful facilitators. We work with leaders of businesses to help them define and deliver their vision. We provide expert advice, energy and ideas to help ‘impatient leaders’ deliver their vision. Ged is responsible creating/managing the brand identities of Oxfam, Volvo, Eurostar, BiC, Astra Zeneca, one world, London Eye, FIFA, BNP Paribas and Nissan.

THURSDAY 07 JULY 11.30-13.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Patricia van den Akker, Director Design Trust - The Design Trust helps designers and craftspeople to create and run better businesses through our online school & shop, business club membership, consultancy & training, and free resources. We select practical expert business development, advice & knowledge for you: from books to e-courses, training and blogs, marketing opportunities to 1-2-1 consultants – so that you can focus on what you do best.

THURSDAY 07 JULY 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Ben Tallon is an illustrator and art-director. Ben Tallon's vibrant hand crafted work is created with a wide range of organic materials. Ben’s clients include BBC, Universal, WWE & The Premier League. Ben is also the host of the Arrest All Mimics - the original thinking and creative innovation podcast, supported by Illustration Ltd and reposted by ARTS THREAD as part of our Creative Careers series.

THURSDAY 07 JULY 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Rory Dodds, Director Designersblock Designersblock have been producing major annual international design shows since 1998. Showcasing emerging and established designers in events of around 3000 sqm. Over 60 events in ten countries featuring over 2500 individuals and companies from over 30 nationalities approximately 40% UK based. Product design, furniture, lighting, concept design, graphics and illustration, architecture and fashion Installations, interactive workshops, talks and seminars, structures, music and performance.

THURSDAY 07 JULY 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Camilla Barnard - Sculptor and illustrator Camilla Barnard focuses on one-of-a-kind bespoke pieces for installations, window displays, private collections, and galleries. She is best known for her wooden recreations of everyday objects such as tools, electronics, and white goods. Her clients include Anthropologie, Design Museum, DO.N.e, Fab.com, GogoPhilip, Interiors Monthly, Interiors UK, L’ArcoBaleno, Paul Smith, Pitfield London, Roger Vivier, Sanitas Troesch, Southbank Centre, Transport for London, The Residence Gallery, Tigerprint and Traces London, among others.

THURSDAY 07 JULY 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Marie-Claire Westover, Lipstick of London After 10 years as the Senior Agent at one of Londons' leading illustration agencies; tens of thousands of successful commissions and three children later, Marie-Claire has set up a new boutique agency, Lipstick. She represents a hand picked selection of some of the newest most exciting talent, along with technically brilliant well established illustrators from around the globe. As well as her wealth of experience on the business front, Marie-Claire is a fine artist herself, so has a clear understanding of the creative side. This provides both her clients and artists with a highly unique, charmingly personal and productive experience. Her attention to detail is second to none, her enthusiasm is infectious but more than any thing she is passionate about everything she does, making her a joy to deal with.

FRIDAY JULY 08 11.30-13.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Dan Duke is a founding Partner of boutique creative recruitment agency Duke Creative Recruitment Ltd who connect professionals with permanent and freelance roles across the creative, production and client services areas of the creative industry. Dan was a Graphic Designer for nearly twenty years which offers him an excellent perspective on what creative professionals are really looking for at different stages in their career as well as a full and practical understanding of how design studios function and the processes projects follow from conception to delivery. Dan also freelanced for around seven years during his creative career and, in addition to recruiting for full-time positions, runs a busy freelance desk.

FRIDAY JULY 08 11.30-13.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Tamlyn Francis, Arena Illustration is a well-respected go-to agency for the country's most talented creatives. Key to its on-going success is a shared creative vision carefully carving out successful careers for each of the Arena artists. With formal training from Norwich School of Art, Tamlyn has a keen professional eye for great illustration, priding herself on providing a personal bespoke approach to finding the right projects for the right artists. Tamlyn has an unrivalled gift for scouting and nurturing new talent and through her expert guidance has helped to shape the careers of numerous award-winning and best-selling illustrators. With over 20 years' experience in an industry which she loves, Tamlyn maintains a deep and genuine passion for children's literature and illustration.

FRIDAY JULY 08 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Nick Chubb, Product Designer at IDC - a leading international design consultancy focusing on medical devices, consumer products and specialist industrial equipment for a number of global brands. Prior to IDC, Nick designed baby strollers at Mamas & Papas and outdoor gear at Lifeventure. He has a 1st Class Masters Degree in Product Design and was selected by Develop3D as one of the Top 5 New Designers in the UK. If you are interested in Industrial Design you can check out Nick's work and subscribe to his blog at nickchubbdesign.com

FRIDAY JULY 08 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED

Christine Isteed, Managing Director and Chairman Artist Partners - we pride ourselves on being a powerhouse of imagination with skills and experience providing creative solutions for all printed media, television, film and digital advertising.

FRIDAY JULY 08 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Cath Leach Cath Leach is a Brand Consultant that specialises in graphic design for commercial interiors. After spending over 10 years as a design manager, working in-house at BBC Worldwide, HarperCollins Publishers and The Woolmark Company, she has worked on some top brands within the media and entertainment industries. Since becoming a consultant, she has worked on interior projects for HOK Architects, Hachette Group Publishing, KPMG, BBC and continues to work with BBC Worldwide on a regular basis.

FRIDAY 08 JULY 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Rory Dodds, Director Designersblock - Designersblock have been producing major annual international design shows since 1998. Showcasing emerging and established designers in events of around 3000 sqm. Over 60 events in ten countries featuring over 2500 individuals and companies from over 30 nationalities approximately 40% UK based. Product design, furniture, lighting, concept design, graphics and illustration, architecture and fashion Installations, interactive workshops, talks and seminars, structures, music and performance.

SATURDAY JULY 09 11.30-13.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Caroline Thomson Arena Illustration pride themselves on providing an expert and friendly boutique service, supplying beautiful and eye-catching illustrations in a variety of distinctive styles to clients across all genres from children's publishing to sci-fi and fantasy, concept art and character design. Caroline has been a pivotal member of the Arena team for over 15 years with a BA from Norwich School of Art and a MA from University of Brighton, as well as ten years as a professional illustrator. Caroline is passionate about re-investing her wealth of knowledge by providing invaluable business best practice advice and portfolio surgeries to future graduates alongside an extensive programme of lectures about varying aspects of the industry. An avid collector of graphic novels, she also has a keen interest in animation and film concept art.

SATURDAY JULY 09 11.30-13.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED

Julian Gardner is a Design Director/Art Director, specialising in Brand identity creation and tone of voice, Conceptual designs and Packaging designs. Being in the industry for over 15 years he is very passionate about packaging and brand design and thrives on being challenged.

In the last 3 years he's freelanced for some of the leading global design agencies working on Global brands such as Coca Cola European cup 2016, Jack Daniels, Evian Wimbledon, Volvic Touch of Fruit, Walkers Crisps, Unilevers Sure Global redesign, Mars Galaxy, GSK Sensodyne & Aguafresh toothpaste, Compeed range and Alpens Redesign to name a few of some of his work. Recently he has started his own agency Rebel brand design which he redesigned the Moroccan Rose Range for Ren Skincare which got awarded best In style product.

PART 1

We are delighted to announce that in Part 1 for 2016 we are working in collaboration with The Goldsmiths' Centre to advise graduate jewellers and silversmiths.

The Goldsmiths' Centre is the leading charity for the professional training of goldsmiths and our aim is to create a skilled workforce, boost the economy and promote craftsmanship in the UK. Users of the Goldsmiths’ Centre can access training workshops, conference facilities, a lively café as well as a state-of-art venue for exhibitions and events. Home to a creative community, it is a place for people and businesses with an interest in jewellery, silversmithing or the allied trades to learn, collaborate and connect. The Goldsmiths’ stand at New Designers 2016 will be a hub of information for all recent goldsmithing graduates as well as those interested in the industry. If you have any questions, issues or want some guidance visit stand S1 where you can become part of this unique community that works and learns together.

THURSDAY 30 JUNE 11.30-13.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Lee Lapthorne, Creative Director Premier - Curator, Mentor & Show Producer, are just a few titles held by one of the country’s leading Fashion and Event Management experts. Lee’s success stems from his unprecedented drive and unique approach to his art. Effortlessly shifting energy from working in partnership with brands and clients creating a backdrop and a concept from which to showcase their work, to his pivotal, role leading the team at On|Off, on the search for the next big thing. Through the years Lee has collaborated with Rankin, Groove Armada, and Ashley Wallen, as well as producing over 300 shows globally for the likes of Peter Pilotto, J.W. Anderson, Roksanda Ilinic, Gareth Pugh and Gucci, among many, many more.

THURSDAY 30 JUNE 11.30-13.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Piyush Suri, Creative Director Handmade in Britain Piyush has more than 15 years of experience working in the Design industry in India and the UK, and has been a consultant and mentor for many designers and new creative businesses throughout his career. Alongside Handmade in Britain, Piyush co-owns the London retail gallery Handmade Interiors and Akin & Suri, an Interiors brand sold successfully throughout the world.

THURSDAY 30 JUNE 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Julia Skliarova, Senior Editor, Textiles, WGSN Trained in weave, Julia’s experience covers high-end to high-street levels of the textile industry. Her prior experience includes designing and developing fabric samples for luxury brands, as well as working on print for Abercrombie & Fitch and Marks & Spencer. Julia is enthusiastic about the role of artisanship and handcraft within the mass-market.

THURSDAY 30 JUNE 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED

Sarah Angold set up her eponymous London design studio in 2010 upon graduation from the Royal College of Art with an MA in Constructed Textiles. Sarah's voracious interest in all creative disciplines led her to structure Sarah Angold Studio in a highly agile collaborative way. It’s a design ethos that’s led to all manner of exciting projects from designing concept cars for Toyota in Japan, to lighting installations during her residency at the London Design Museum, to 3D printed and wearable tech consultancy.

FRIDAY JULY 01 11.30-13.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Emily Carter - British designer Emily Carter is based in London and specialises in graphic illustrations and luxury silk scarves and pocket squares. The designs incorporate themes from natural history, scientific illustration, flora & fauna and English Heritage to create surreal and unique illustrations and prints. Each scarf and square begins as a detailed original drawing, with experiments in colour and composition leading to the finished design. The products are printed on high quality silk twill, and are hemmed and packaged by hand. Every item is produced and finished in England to the highest standard, offering a luxury piece of exclusive British design.

FRIDAY JULY 01 11.30-13.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Iliana Taliotis is a London-based PR consultant and project manager working across the worlds of art, design, craft and culture. For over 15 years Iliana Taliotis has publicised everything from museum launches and art fairs to festivals and exhibitions. Iliana works with individual makers, designers and artists as well as with organisations to run imaginative and high-impact publicity campaigns, develop and manage projects and give strategic guidance. Current and recent clients include textile magazine Selvedge, North Lands Creative Glass, the Royal Academy of Arts and an arts and social change initiative called Creative People and Places. Before setting up her consultancy in 2015, Iliana worked with cultural PR consultancy Four Colman Getty and before that at the Crafts Council. Iliana is passionate about supporting and nurturing new creative talent.

FRIDAY JULY 01 11.30-13.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Helen Dobson, Professional Training Administrator, The Goldsmiths' Centre - Helen joined the Goldsmiths’ Centre in November 2011 as the Professional Training Administrator, working for the educational section of the Centre. Prior to this Helen studied for a BA in Jewellery & Silversmithing at Birmingham City University’s School of Jewellery where she gained invaluable knowledge of the jewellery trade. In her spare time Helen makes her own jewellery from ethical, recycled and fair trade materials and takes a keen interest in ethical developments within the sector.

FRIDAY JULY 01 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Chris Oliver, Curriculum Leader, The Goldsmiths' Centre - Chris graduated in 2002 with a degree in Educational Studies from Bath Spa University. He spent the next 9 years working in an Art and Design school where he developed a vocationally focused curriculum designed to provide young people with a better understanding of progression routes and industry. After joining The Goldsmiths’ Centre he has overseen a variety of training courses which have supported the training and development for both undergraduate and graduates.

FRIDAY 01 JULY 01 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Hannah Watkins, Senior Editor, Prints & Graphics, WGSN As WGSN's Senior Editor, Hannah delivers a comprehensive overview of the Print & Graphic industry, from specialist editorial features to bespoke textile and graphic designs. Previously, Hannah worked as an Editor for Stylesight, providing future forecasts and real-time trend analysis. She also worked for Mudpie, designing for the adult, youth and children’s markets.

FRIDAY JULY 01 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Caroline Jackman, Talent Development Manager for Crafts Council UK providing support and training for professionals within the craft sector across the UK, with particular focus on mid-career makers and skills development for International markets. For 15 years Caroline has been a freelance arts project manager, evaluator and curator in the visual arts sector. Caroline's Previous roles Include interim director of New Ashgate Gallery; Arts Project Coordinator & chair of Public Arts Advisory Group (freelance) for Guildford Borough Council; Visual Arts Officer and Surrey Open Studios Coordinator for Surrey County Council.

FRIDAY JULY 01 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Nicola Gilcreest, Talent Development Manager for Hothouse, the Crafts Council UK programme of creative and business development for emerging makers. Following a degree in Ceramics and Textiles at Manchester Metropolitan University she undertook a year-long artist’s residency at a London based pottery, followed by several years’ practice as a workshop leader and project manager. A varied and rewarding career in arts and social inclusion charities followed as an artist-educator, project manager and life/career coach. She has a particular interest in making and collecting prints, and in craft, design and material culture.

FRIDAY JULY 01 14.30-16.30 BOOK PORTFOLIO REVIEW - FULLY BOOKED
Neil Elliott is Senior Trend Editor & Director of Patternbank, the go to site for everything Print, patten and graphics. Patternbank is the original online print and trend forecast studio, offering exclusive and non-exclusive print designs from some the best designers from around the world. Prior to Patternbank, Neil held the position of Head of Trends and Insights at Avery Dennison RBIS, where he supplied trend forecast reports, market analysis and global insights to clients such as The Gap, Adidas, Hugo Boss, Uniqlo, Nike, M&S, Abercrombie & Fitch and Levi. Before this Neil was Senior Editor at Stylesight’s Print & Graphics Department and previous creative roles include, Graphics Manager for Timberland global apparel and Senior Graphics Editor at WGSN.