We talk to Ross Jeffery, Executive Director and Head of Books at STORGY Magazine, about how STORGY came to exist and what helped him build his career in the arts. 

Nici has been a vital member of the Voice Mag team ever since she first joined us, but what exactly does it take to be an Arts Award Editor? Let's find out, shall we?

Please join us for a focus group about the advice you received at school about arts careers and how to enter the creative industries.

Are you aged 15 – 25 and interested in the creative industries?

Keeping yourself safe online is important. It fosters respect, a comfortable space and the ability to have fun. It also allows you to get the most out of your online interactions and use the internet for research and sharing your views.

Make your own mask from the new wonder material - Worbla. These courses are aimed at performers, makers, teachers and Cosplayers to enable participants to create a strong and effective mask without specialist equipment.

Join us for the first networking opportunity brought to you by Upstart Projects and City Arts in association with Young People in the Arts and supported by Arts Award.

Aged 16 – 25 and interested in craft and making?Join the Crafts Council at our next meeting where we'll be joined by AOC Architecture. We want to transform the ground floor of our building in Angel into a permanent home for craft and we want to know what you think about the plans.

This new network of Londoners aged 16-25 brings together those who are passionate about craft and making to co-produce projects and events with us at the Crafts Council, and in doing so help shape the future of craft in the UK.

Come along if you love to make, or are just keen to find out more— all backgrounds and experience levels are welcome!

What's happening on the night?

Be involved in shaping our young people's programme over a slice of pizza!Find out more about the Crafts Council's plan to open our beautiful Grade II listed building on Pentonville Road to the public.Meet award-winning architects AOC Architecture who are designing our new public space: A Home for Craft. Get an insight into their practice, be the first to see plans for the new building, and have your say about the designs and how we are going to use the space.

A Home for Craft is designed by award winning architectural practice AOC Architecture. Established in 2005 they have gained international recognition for their inventive inquiry, participatory practice and characterful designs. Committed to a generous architecture that is particular, participative and valuable, they have a distinct reputation for high quality public buildings, cultural institutions and residential projects located in sensitive contexts.

www.theaoc.co.uk

Why get involved?

Join a new network of young people passionate about craft and makingBe involved in shaping our young people's programme; work alongside staff and makers to co-produce programmes for other young peopleTake part in creative workshops and meet and collaborate with professionals working in the craft and creative industriesAccess opportunities, training and advice (including Arts Award)Learn new skills and develop your CV

Can't make it this time? There's more to come!

We'll be holding monthly get-togethers both at the Crafts Council in Angel and out and about at other venues. They will take place on the last Thursday of every month (please note there will not be a meeting in August and December).

To find out more about our young people's programme and to be kept informed of all upcoming events, workshops and opportunities for young people, please email [email protected]

For Unit 1 Part D, I have decided to look at a problem faced by many 17 to 18 year olds.

Aged 16 – 25 and interested in craft and making?

Join the Crafts Council at Machines Room as we launch our new programme for young people! RSVP here - craftscouncilyoungpeople.eventbrite.co.uk

Back in the dying months of 2016, I was asked by my Arts Award centre, Peshkar, to be a part of the leadership for the Creative Career Pathway at the Waterhead Academy, Oldham.

As we approach Arts Award Week, the theme of which is Our Creative Future, our Youth Network share their creative pasts, and the paths they've taken to get to their current positions; as young, successful, creative explorers.