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Higher Education Funding Council for England
The Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) distributes public money for teaching and research to universities and colleges. In doing so, it aims to promote high quality education and research, within a financially healthy sector. The Council also plays a key role in ensuring accountability and promoting good practice.
LCC at University of the Arts London
London College of Communication is part of the University of the Arts London, a vibrant world centre for innovation in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. Located within, and contributing to, one of the world's most exciting cultural capitals, the University is a unique creative community that draws together six distinctive and distinguished Collegs: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, Chelsea College of Art and Design, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Art.
8fold
8fold is a social enterprise that helps people and organisations use digital technologies to be more effective – at work, in business and, in life. We think that the web is an awesome and powerful thing but can be confusing and overwhelming. We help people to make smart digital choices that contribute to their well-being.
Acme Studios
Acme Studios is a London-based charity which provides affordable studio space, residencies and awards for non-commercial fine artists. Through this provision it continues to make a vital contribution to the development of art and artists’ careers. Acme Studios are leading on our practical advice talk 'How To Find A Fine Art Studio'.
Artcrunch
Artcrunch is a platform for emerging artists and graduates to showcase their work; finding alternative or disused spaces and transforming them into temporary art galleries. Set-up by two University of the Arts London graduates in 2009 in response to the lack of opportunities for artists marked by the current economic climate. This project aims to prove how versatile art can be in times of recession; creativity compensating for lack of cash; by responding in a constructive, and positive way to the crisis.
Artquest
Artquest provides critical engagement and practical support to London's visual artists and craftspeople, working with practitioners in London throughout their careers. Artquest delivers this through its free website which has over 1200+ pages of advice and information covering all aspects of working as professional arts practitioner including areas as diverse as resources, galleries, tax, VAT, studios, finding exhibitions and a comprehensive opportunities and listings page.
Arts Council England
Arts Council England is the national development agency for the arts in England, distributing public money from the government and the National Lottery. Arts Council England works to get great art to everyone by championing, developing and investing in artistic experiences that enrich people’s lives.
ARTS THREAD
ARTS THREAD is the world’s only creative graduates website. For the first time ever the Global Creative Industry can locate the key university/college courses and view portfolios of the top talent among graduates worldwide with just a few clicks of a mouse.
Association of Illustrators
The Association of Illustrators (AOI) was established in 1973 to advance and protect illustrator’s rights and encourage professional standards. The AOI is a non-profit making trade association dedicated to its members’ professional interests and the promotion of illustration. The AOI will be leading on our 'How to... Illustration' panel talk
BAFTA
BAFTA is the leading independent charity supporting, developing and promoting the art forms of the moving image – from Film and TV to Video Games and Interactive Media. BAFTA will be leading on our How to... Game Design panel talk.
Blueprint Magazine
With a 25-year track record as the leading magazine for architecture and design, Blueprint is regarded by many around the world as the original design magazine. Following the magazine’s recent relaunch, it was described by The Observer newspaper as the ‘design bible’. Blueprint magazine will be taking the lead as our content partner for the 'How to... Self-Publish' talk.
Briffa
Briffa is an award winning firm of lawyers based in Islington, London specialising in the business and law concerning a wide variety of industry sectors and in particular those who value their intangible assets - their intellectual property.
British Fashion Council
The British Fashion Council promotes leading British fashion designers in a global market, supporting and strengthening the UK's reputation for developing design excellence. Its activities assist in the growth and economic impact of the designer fashion industry to UK PLC and enhance its international, cultural and creative reputation.
British Institute of Interior Design
The British Institute of Interior Design is committed to encouraging and supporting creativity and competence in the field of interior design through facilitating best practice, practical professional support, development opportunities and education.
Camden Town Unlimited
Camden Town Unlimited is a private partnership of major creative businesses in north London that aims to provide a platform for London’s most innovative new creative businesses, hottest promoters, groundbreaking designers and most controversial artists in the heart of Camden Town, central London. They provide free business space from one to three weeks for retail space, up to six months for office space and a small event PR budget to the most interesting new businesses/artists.
