NUA blogs

NUA Blogs is where staff and students share their experiences, opinions and insights.

What can you find on NUA Blogs?

Hear what our student and graduate bloggers have to say about being part of a vibrant creative community in the heart of Norwich.
Read informed opinion on the latest issues and debates in art, design, architecture and media, from our academic makers & creators.

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A close-up photograph of an animation student working in a studio environment. The work is a small stop motion character and tv.

How to unstick yourself when you’re stuck

Martin Schooley, Director of Communication Design shares six tips to overcome a creative block.

A full body portrait of Jeremy Downes standing on a flight of stairs, looking straight at the camera and dressed in all black.

Norwich graduate Jeremy Downes discusses his approach to work and his favourite projects

Norwich graduate Jeremy discusses his approach to work and his favourite industry projects.

Still from film 'Is There Anybody Out There?' dir. Ella Glendining. Top down view of Ella Glendining, who sits at a desk with one hand on the trackpad of a laptop. She is wearing a black vest and has tattoos on one arm.

In conversation with alumni Ella Glendining

Ella tells us about her first feature premiering at Sundance Film Festival.

Photo of Animation alumni August Abrahamsson. August is smiling at the camera, wearing a grey jumper and sitting with his arms folded. There is a grey wall behind him and a brick wall can be seen through a door to his left.

In conversation with alumni August Abrahamsson, motion designer at Little Shadow, London

August graduated in 2021 and has worked for brands like Amazon, Sainsbury's and Aston Martin.

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7 Aesthetic spots in Norwich

We've put together 7 of the most photogenic and Instagram-worthy locations in our Fine City.

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7 Student-friendly cafés and bars in Norwich

Fuel your studies with some of Norwich's best student-friendly cafés and bars.

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9 Things in Norwich that just make sense

We share some Norwich's most unique locations, attractions, and idioms that you need to explore!

Why I chose to study Fashion Marketing and Business in Norwich

Charlie talks to us about her creative background, aspirations for the future, and why she chose FMB

In conversation with: Graduate Oliver Ward, Texture artist at Scanline VFX

Oliver tells us about getting into 3D modelling and his advice for breaking into the games industry

Students

Abigail Hookham

"I love being surrounded by creative people. Working in the studios puts you at the centre of a productive and passionate environment. Seeing what other people are working on - asset production, concept art or indie development, makes you feel part of a dynamic community"

BA (Hons) Games Art and Design

Find out more about studying Games Art and Design at NUA