Browse essential tools and techniques chosen by Insights students who went on to study at UAL.
Bring your ideas to life with practical tips, challenge yourself, and find exciting ways to showcase your work.
How to: find
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Find: use free creative apps
Fine art student Sally introduces some free apps on your smart phone or tablet that can help you unlock your creativity.
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Find: an architect's toolkit
Architecture student Sean introduces us to his essential equipment list.
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Find: a product designer's toolkit
Product design tutor jw introduces us to the kit he uses everyday.
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Find: be a practical hoarder
Product design tutor jw shows you how to think like a designer when looking at materials.
How to: techniques
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Techniques: experiment with hand stitching
Embroidery student Thanseela introduces alternative ways to experiment with stitching, using everyday materials you have at home.
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Techniques: plan a film shoot
Filmmaker and tutor Shaneika lays out some top tips- save this post, if you're thinking about creating stories on screen.
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Techniques: mood boards
Branding and identity tutor Shernette shares some mood board tips with the help of her graphic branding students.
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Techniques: create a 3D object using Adobe software
Visual artist Jamain takes you step by step through using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Dimension to create 3D objects.
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Techniques: make a mini studio
Photography technician Alex shows you how to set up DIY photo studio at home.
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Techniques: start planning a podcast
Want to know how to start planning your first podcast? Journalism tutor Dalia shares some advice.
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Techniques: block out eyebrows
Hair makeup and prosthetics student Joy introduces you to a go-to technique for artists working in film, tv or theatre.
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Techniques: create natural dyes
Fashion student Rafin shows you how to make your own eco-friendly dyes using fruit and vegetables.
How to: challenges
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Challenges: creative coding
Creative computing student Valeria challenges you to make abstract art with computer code.
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Challenges: clay self-portraits
Illustration tutor Rachel challenges you to create a 3D self-portrait.
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Challenges: create your own colour palette
Textiles technician Josephine challenges you to experiment with colour by using your own photographs as inspiration.
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Challenges: write a press release
PR grad Poppy challenges you to create a press release for a fashion brand.
How to: showcase
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Showcase: alternative exhibitions
Fine art tutor Rosemary introduces different ways to present your work online or in your own home.
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Showcase: Rory's tips on curating an exhibition
Rory breaks down what you need to consider in order to make an exhibition happen.
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Showcase: Danika curates an exhibition
Fashion photography student Danika describes the process behind putting together her 1st solo exhibition.