We spoke to Brenda Keneghan, a conservation consultant in modern materials and West Dean’s Identification of Plastic Materials course tutor about the historical development of plastics, the future of plastic artefacts in museums, and the challenges and considerations facing plastic preservation.
We spoke to David Morris AMA, the Principal Conservator at the Fleet Air Arm Museum and West Dean Conservation of Transport and Industrial Collections course tutor about the importance of preserving industrial heritage, the future of the area and some of his most memorable projects.
Last month saw the Society of Garden Designers Awards Ceremony take place, where 2022 Diploma in Garden Design graduate Julia Hill won in the Student Design - Commercial category with her project ‘Water and Steam’ for clients London Museum of Water and Steam.
The conservation of historic concrete buildings is a topic so rarely spoken about, but last month it was thrown into the limelight as it was announced that the BT Tower, a well-known landmark in London, is set to be turned into a hotel.
Catherine Croft, Subject Tutor on the Conservation of Historic Concrete course at West Dean, weighed in on the news.
The beauty of drawing lies in its simplicity – anyone can do it, and there's no right or wrong way to approach it. Drawing is simply the act of making marks whether it be on paper, canvas or anything.
We spoke to artist Deborah Petch about her work and why the joy lies in the process of creating.
Online BA Hons Interior Design student Robyn Tilley wins a prestigious furniture competition with Augustus Brandt and Decorum Est.
From traditional techniques passed down through generations to modern twists on classic crafts, West Dean’s short courses in Bloomsbury London offer a hands-on practical learning experience where you can create something unique with your own hands.
Bookbinding short course tutor Rachel Ward-Sale has contributed to a collection of miniature books commissioned by Her Majesty The Queen for the centenary of Queen Mary's Dolls' House.
Congratulations to MFA alumnus Tim Kent on being included among a number of exceptional painters in Rob Zeller's latest book ‘New Surrealism: The Uncanny in Contemporary Painting’, produced by Monacelli Press.
Congratulations to Garden Design Diploma students Sophie Knittel, Julia Hill, Rebecca Lloyd-Jones and Joshua Millard who have been announced as Finalists in the Society of Garden Designers Awards 2023!