Blog
Explore our blog for a selection of useful guides, articles of interest and our member’s profiles.
Helena Jopling
Helena is a painter and designer creating playful, nostalgic dog art. For Helena dogs are more than just pets, they are muses and symbols of loyalty, eccentricity and unfiltered joy.
Cassandra Downs
Cassandra Downs is a self-taught ceramic artist whose zoomorphic vessels explore the impacts of colonisation on the environment and identity of Australia. Her work, deeply rooted in her own generational experiences of cultural erasure, serves as a poignant exploration of resilience and reclaiming heritage.
Jan Chmielewsky
Jan Chmielewsky is an artist from Poland say “I’ve been painting since forever, and still haven’t figured out what is my favourite subject! I draw inspiration from everything - human body, nature and light, water and darkness, sailing yachts and motorbikes….. and so the story continues.”
The Evolution of Artists' Paints
Throughout history, the development of artists' paints has mirrored humanity’s creativity, scientific advancements, and cultural shifts. From prehistoric cave paintings to modern synthetic pigments, the evolution of paint has shaped artistic expression and innovation.
Giorgia Lee Joseph
Giorgia Lee Joseph is a Production Designer working internationally across commercials, music videos, and narrative projects. She was awarded the 2023 Young Arrows Award for Best Production Design.
Megan St Clair
Megan St Clair is a London-based lifestyle illustrator. St Clair covered fashion weeks across Europe with live illustration for publications and brands. Megan’s previous clients include: Cartier, Estée Lauder, JW Anderson, Dolce & Gabbana and John Lewis.
Sienna Hayes | Sewn by Sienna
Sewn by Sienna started in 2019, quitting Sienna’s full-time job and taking the dive into the freelance world, and she hasn’t looked back since! Sienna goal in life is to create and share the most eye-catching and jaw dropping gender neutral performance costumes.
Samantha Snow | SJ Snow Jewellery
Samantha is the Designer and maker behind S J Snow Jewellery and creates jewellery that transcends time. With a fashion design background, working for a luxury multi-product womenswear brand, Samantha wanted to create timeless adornments to compliment and enhance.
Mia Vilcins
Mia Vilcins is an award winning designer-maker creating contemporary curiosities and wearable jewellery using a variety of materials and techniques, including metalsmithing, lapidary, embroidery, and assemblage.
A Freelancer’s Guide to Tax Returns: Navigating Taxes as a Sole Trader in the UK
For freelancers and sole traders in the UK, managing tax obligations independently can feel overwhelming, however we’re here to hopefully make it a little easier for you. Unlike traditional employees, freelancers and self-employed individuals must navigate the HMRC’s Self-Assessment tax system, keeping track of earnings, allowable expenses, and essential filing dates. This guide breaks down each step, making it easier for freelancers to file accurately and avoid common pitfalls.