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SITES FOR THE GIFTED AND TALENTED – We have researched websites that support special gifts and talents.

ART AND DESIGN

 
Artadvice

Artadvice - www.netgain.org.uk

Tel: 0870 2412762

This is a very useful site for anybody interested in careers or courses in the creative industries. It provides a profile of the industry sectors and access to careers information. There is also a very useful careers adviser helpline 0800 093 0444


Access Art

AccessArt - www.accessart.org.uk

38 Mill Lane, Impington, Cambridge, CB4 9XN,
Tel: 01223 520213

“AccessArt is a valuable resource bank for teachers, gallery educators and artists as well as a fun, creative and dynamic learning tool for pupils across all the key stages, and for home-users of all ages. With online workshops and plenty of resources, this site is all about inspiring everyone to get involved with art.”


National Society for Education in Art and Design (NSEAD) - www.nsead.org

The Gatehouse, Corsham Court, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 0BZ
Tel: 01249 714825

“If you teach art, craft or design in primary or secondary schools, or in further or higher education, this site is for you. Here you will find plenty of resources, events and professional support on offer.”


The Crafts Council

The Crafts Council - www.craftscouncil.org.uk

44a Pentonville Road, London, N1 9BY
Tel: 020 7278 7700

“The National Development Agency for contemporary crafts in the UK”. Packed with exhibitions, magazines, resources and more – a great reference site for anything ‘crafts.”


The Design Council

The Design Council - www.designcouncil.org.uk

34 Bow Street, London, WC2E 7DL
Tel: 020 7420 5200

“The Design Council works with partners including education bodies and organisations to promote the value of design by developing design learning initiatives and resources for schools, colleges, universities and businesses. Facts, figures, sources of advice, information, news and current issues on anything remotely design related.”


The British Interior Design Association

The British Interior Design Association (BIDA) - www.bida.org

Really a site aimed at members or potential members, but you can get a real feel for this career through the gallery of photos of members’ work


Chelsea Harbour Design Centre

Chelsea Harbour Design Centre - www.chelsea-harbour.co.uk

Spice & Co, 104 The Chambers, Chelsea Harbour, London, SW10 OXF
Tel: 020 7225 9105

“Chelsea Harbour Design Centre is the permanent European trade centre for the Interior Design industry specialising in fabrics, furniture, lighting, wall coverings, kitchens, bathrooms and bathroom accessories, floor coverings, carpets, rugs and decorative accessories.”

Lovely site. Inspirational.