Meet the Team

Kate Mason has worked consistently in a variety of roles across the arts, heritage, community, cultural and creative industry sectors over the last 28 years. A strategist, persuader, and cultural broker, she is a passionate advocate for the value of the arts, crafts and design and their role in supporting a thriving pipeline of creative talent. Kate’s early passion kick-started her career with an MA in Heritage Studies with a focus on Museums and Galleries interpretation. Her thesis explored the Arts & Crafts Movement and the role and influence of William Morris and John Ruskin across art, craft, and design. These interests continue to be reflected in her ongoing work and commitments. Kate most recently worked at charity The Big Draw in her role as Director, channeling her passions in neat alignment in support of their visual literacy agenda and in support of the role and value of creativity in enriching all aspects of our lives. Kate is a Companion of The Guild of St George, an educational charity devoted to the arts, crafts and the rural economy which was founded in 1871 by John Ruskin. She is also a Trustee of the House of Imagination, an arts-based action research charity which supports children in their exploration and expression of ideas, helping them develop creative skills for life. Kate is also Chair, Trustee and Council Member of The Society of Designer Craftsmen Est.1887. Originally called The Arts and Crafts Exhibition Society, the organisation continues to promote and support the work of creative thinkers, designers and makers who innovate through their exploration of materials and skills. She is a Fellow of the RSA and has two children, two cats and lives in East London with her family. She likes to draw, knit, sew, and visit exhibitions and historic sites of interest.