Writing and Publishing
Consolidated evidence shows value of the arts
Multiple studies prove the arts improve health, education and economic outcomes, a review of 90 research projects has shown.
Plugging the gaps in arts value research
Despite more than 500 studies, reviewers say better research is needed to convince policy-makers that strong arts activity generates happier,…
Embracing the elusive
Following widespread reaction to the powerful contention that art should disturb not please, we publish Leysen's full speech.
Goal setting for creative businesses
Effective goal-setting takes more skill, discipline and self-awareness than simply following your dreams and expecting the universe to deliver.
How to identify your market segment
Understanding Culture Segments can help galleries and arts organisations identify, engage, attract and keep audiences coming through their doors.
Online platforms redefine work
If a 9-5 job doesn’t leave time for your creative work and your art doesn't pay the bills, a peer-to-peer…
Making collaborations work for you
Two heads can be better than one but they can also be twice the headache if you don't know what…
Beyond the edifice complex
Performing Arts Centres have more resources than anyone else in the arts sector, but their buildings are becoming less important…
The prosaic fight for public poetry
The loss of a major poetry event is a blow in the battle for poetry in public spaces. We look…
Why are we still buying print?
E-books are cheaper and convenient but the number of print books sold continues to rise revealing our complex reasons for…