Blog
Explore our blog for a selection of useful guides, articles of interest and our member’s profiles.
Magdalena Steflova
Magdalena is a London-based artist who works mainly with oil and acrylic paints. She specializes in portraiture, using luminosity and space to convey the unique qualities of her subjects. Her passion lies in creating art that speaks to the viewer and evokes emotion.
Chantal Short
Chantal is a designer originally from Vancouver, British Columbia, currently residing in London, England. She holds a BFA in Theatre from the University of Victoria (2013), an MFA from the University of Edinburgh (2021), and completed the Wardrobe Practicum at the Banff Centre for Arts in 2017.
Press Release: Creative Elephant - 16th - 24th September 2023
Hotel Elephant is pleased to present Creative Elephant, a program of events and workshops celebrating the creative and design talents of our studio members for the London Design Festival and Urban Elephant Festival. The program will include a group exhibition of artwork and objects from our members, including textiles, fashion, fine art and jewellery. The exhibition is free to attend and will run for the duration of the festival. Our events program will include participatory workshops and demonstrations from different craftspeople, alongside an evening talk about Chinese Filigree for the Southwark Design District lates program. Booking will be required for the events, please see our website for more details.
Athena Stevens
Athena Stevens is an acclaimed writer, performer director and social activist. She is the Artistic Director of Aegis Productions Ltd, writer on attachment at the Finborough Theatre and Creative Council member and Associate Artist at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.
A Freelancer's Survival Kit: Must-Have Tools for Success in London
As a freelancer based in London, we understand that staying organized, efficient, and adaptable is essential for your success. We know that managing your workload and keeping up with the fast-paced city can be challenging.
Tally's Top 100 Work Spaces
Hotel Elephant is excited and honoured to be featured on Tally's Top 100 Workspaces 2023 for our exceptional coworking space at Spare Street. Tally Workspace is renowned for assisting companies in finding the perfect offices, meeting rooms, and coworking spaces, boasting an impressive selection of over 1,000 options throughout the UK and other locations.
The Benefits of Coworking Spaces for London Start-ups and Freelancers
In this blog post, we'll uncover how these collaborative environments offer cost savings, networking opportunities, and flexibility. Experience the benefits of Hotel Elephants Office Space, designed to cater to small teams with fully furnished units, high-speed wifi, and exclusive perks. Elevate your business with the power of collaboration!
Noa Geras
Noa Geras is an artist who explores the relationship between the mind, nature and technology. In her works and life, she contemplates identity and forms of violence, especially towards minorities and animals, while embedding them within historical narratives and her own personal history.
Olivia Brissett
Olivia is a fine art photographer based in London. You can stay up to date with Oliva’s work @oliviasarchive.
Benjamin Lam
Benjamin is an aspiring cinematographer, gaffer, and still photographer. Currently pursuing his passion for filmmaking as a dedicated film student at the University of the Arts, London.