We often talk about the importance of connecting to your creative self, but for Samira Mian that connection is rooted in history, guided by the laws of geometry. Using tools that haven't changed much in centuries, Samira constructs intricate patterns that feel both timeless and contemporary. She invites us into her garden studio to talk about precision, friendly robins, and the magic of the golden hour.

If you’ve ever walked into an art shop and felt like a kid in a sweetshop, you have a kindred spirit in Janina Maher. From her garden studio in Caversham, UK, she creates everything from intricate hand-bound books to watercolour building commissions. I caught up with her to talk about the joy of messy desks, the thrill of waterskiing, and why she always reads the end of a book first.

Whether you’re a professional artist, an Ardington student, or a weekend hobbyist, we all share one passion: collecting art materials! Over the years I have heard many recommendations for suppliers, and I thought it would be helpful to share the most popular UK based ones with you all.

Based here in the UK, Rachael teaches the art of drawing with coloured pencils - a medium that is often overlooked. Today, we’re stepping into her home studio to talk about unhelpful feline assistants and the inspiration behind her work.

What if you could capture the beauty of your garden in under two minutes? Mixed media artist and Ardington favourite Karen Carter shares a brilliant fast-track method - perfect for a last-minute card or gift, or just a lovely way to spend an afternoon.

Whilst we often overestimate what we can achieve in a day, it is just as easy to underestimate what we can achieve in fifteen minutes.

Beatriz Vicente, lettering artist and much-loved member of our Ardington family, brings a sense of mindfulness to everything she touches. From her sunny studio in Virginia, filled with the scent of lavender, Bea gives us a little glimpse behind the camera.

At Ardington, we are all about creating active connection. Instead of just watching, we ask you to pull up a chair and join in the conversation. It’s the reason we’ve intentionally chosen to stay live (and unedited for our recordings) and to stay small.

Today, we’re stepping inside her Buckinghamshire studio – a creative space that is part-workspace, part-gallery - to visit a world entirely focused on the beauty of nature.

In our digital lives, we are surrounded by the myth of perfection and it so easy to believe that, to enjoy something, you have to be perfect at it. But, in the world of handmade art and crafts, perfection isn’t just unattainable; it’s the enemy!

Today, we’re peeking beyond what we see on Zoom to take a sneaky look behind the scenes at the studio of Heather Held.