Writing for the Arts

Outline

This guide will support you in understanding how to write effectively at university in arts and creative subjects. The first step is to fully understand the nature of the writing task you have been set: What is the purpose of writing? What audience are you writing for?

Usually, you will be writing for a tutor who will mark your assignment, but occasionally another audience will be implied e.g. responding to a brief to make an item for a client or company or designing something for a public space, often with academic commentary giving an account of the research you have found and the design process you have undertaken.

This guide covers:

• Writing skills
• Describing your work
• Critical thinking
• Reflecting on your skills
• Self-critique

You can also continue to develop your skills by looking at the additional resources linked from this guide or booking a 1-1 appointment.