Feat of clay

Rufus Bird considers whether the market is up or down

Exhibition of the week William Kentridge: The Pull ...

These makers and brands craft their wares and source materials locally, reducing carbon emissions and championing British ingenuity

Handcrafted gifts and seasonal buys from our favourite artisans, small businesses and high-street brands

We’re living in a fast-paced society, where instant gratification is the norm and automation is valued. It’s a challenging climate for traditional crafts, which require meticulous skills and intricate

OVER THE LAST 40 YEARS, ELLE HAS CELEBRATED CREATIVITY OF ALL KINDS. HERE, A RANGE OF TODAY’S LEADING ARTISTS, WRITERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS AND DIRECTORS SHARE THE RITUALS, ROUTINES AND REALITIES BEHIND THEIR GREATEST WORKS, FROM MIND-BLOWING EXCEL SHEETS TO THE MAGIC OF THE DARK ROOM