The world of artist’s books
An artist’s book generally refers to an artwork which uses the form or function of a book. We look a closer look at this niche medium.
Author Archive for Stephanie Gavan
An artist’s guide to writing successful applications
A beginner’s guide on how to write artist applications for open calls, opportunities and competitions. A little planning goes a long way!
The contemporary comeback of craft
The boundaries between fine arts and crafts practices such as ceramics, weaving, printmaking and glassblowing are becoming more and more blurred.
Cut and paste: 3 techniques to step up your collage game
We present three artists who us collage in surprising ways, along with three techniques that you can try at home.
Marketing for artists: should you start a newsletter?
An artist newsletter can be a secret weapon for you to engage with your client base on a more personal level. This simple guide explains it all.
Do you need an artist’s assistant?
We offer tips on how to find the right assistant for you and how to make sure you get the most out of your time and investment.
What is the role of patrons for artists today?
Artweb looks at the history of arts patronage and asks how and where it can be found today.
6 art documentaries to watch this International Women’s Day
In 1971, the American art historian Linda Nochlin was asked: “Why have there been no great women artists?” In the now renowned essay of the same title, she set about answering this, deftly dismantling the cult of male genius, whilst…
The forgotten women artists of surrealism
We all know the works of Salvador Dalí, Max Ernst and Man Ray, but what about the women artists of surrealism? Whilst these names ring loud throughout the art historical canon, there are many others who have, until recently, fallen…
About the Author
Stephanie is a writer and visual artist from Liverpool, UK. She graduated from Goldsmiths College, London in 2014, where she studied Fine Art and History of Art. Previously, she worked as a Communications Assistant for Liverpool Biennial and co-edited feminist zine Queen of the Track. After two years of studying and teaching languages in Venice, Italy, she is currently undertaking an MA in Writing at the Royal College of Art.
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