Our Arts Magazine

Explore how British families coped with food rationing during the Second World War. From Woolton Pie to make-do-and-mend, discover the recipes, resilience, and household wisdom of the wartime kitchen.

Discover simple creative rituals such as morning freewriting, colour palettes, and music-inspired doodles that support mental clarity, balance, and emotional wellbeing.

Exploring the role of chaos in the creative process — from cluttered desks to flour in the toaster — and why mess can actually fuel imagination.

Ideas Board: Petals & Poetry. A soft celebration of blossoms and beauty — from wildflower meadows to hand-tied bouquets. Inspiration for art, styling, and storytelling where every petal feels like…

Discover how to design the perfect reading nook with inspiration from famous authors. Blend art, textiles, and light to create a warm, inviting space for your books.

How Vincent van Gogh’s years in London shaped his eye, his empathy, and his later art—exploring his neighbourhoods, influences, and lasting legacy.

Marketing doesn't have to be boring. Join me, Abbie Shores, for a fresh, cheeky approach to advertising your art with how to market like a magpie, a fun, unexpected, shiny…

Discover BizyBee, the sales tracking tool designed for artists, photographers, and makers. Learn how BizyBee simplifies profits, tax prep, and multi-platform sales management.

A compassionate exploration of how solitude and creativity can lead some artists to form emotional connections with AI, blending technology with the timeless human search for understanding.

Learn how to elevate your art and photography with proven composition techniques, from the Rule of Thirds to the Golden Ratio, leading lines, and negative space.

Learn how to master maximalist interior design by mixing patterns, colours, and textures without creating chaos. Expert tips for a bold yet balanced home.

We review and compare 5 popular charcoal products for drawing, from classic willow sticks to tinted XL blocks, with pros, cons, and buying tips.

Discover how vegan living is not about doing without but choosing differently. From applesauce baking swaps to plant-based protein and why kale is not required, this personal look shows the…

Discover how iconic film costumes shape character identity, set the mood, and influence theatre and fashion. Featuring legendary designers and unforgettable looks from cinema history.

Learn the key differences between oil and acrylic paints, from drying times and blending to surfaces, texture, and care. Find the right medium for your artistic style.