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Kate Bufton

I’m Kate Bufton, a North West-based artist, book artist and creative workshop facilitator. My practice explores the possibilities of books, paper and print, transforming discarded materials into sculptural artworks and finding new ways to share creativity with others.

Alongside my own artistic practice, I design and deliver workshops and collaborative projects for schools, galleries, libraries and communities. Whether I’m making in my own studio or working alongside others, I’m interested in the possibilities of everyday materials, the joy of experimentation and the ways creativity can bring people together.

Creative Workshops & Facilitation

I’m an experienced freelance artist and workshop facilitator, delivering creative workshops for schools, galleries, independent bookshops, community groups and organisations.

Drawing on my own artistic practice in book arts, printmaking and mixed media, I design and deliver accessible, hands-on workshops that encourage experimentation, creative exploration and the joy of making.

From sculptural book folding and handmade books to printmaking and mindful creative sessions, I adapt my workshops to suit different audiences, settings and abilities. Working with accessible techniques and often repurposed materials, I create welcoming opportunities for people to explore their creativity and discover new ways of working.

Interested in working together?

I’m always happy to hear from organisations, venues and groups interested in hosting a creative workshop or developing a collaborative project.

Get in touch at info@katebufton.co.uk to discuss ideas and availability.

Arts Practice

.My artistic practice explores the transformation of books and other everyday materials into sculptural, tactile artworks. Working primarily with discarded, unwanted and reclaimed materials, I’m interested in giving existing objects a new purpose and inviting people to look at familiar materials differently.

Book arts sit at the heart of my practice. Through folding, cutting and manipulating pages, I create sculptural forms, geometric patterns and intricate structures. The repetitive, considered nature of book folding offers an immersive way of working, where the process, the material and the act of making become as important as the finished piece.

Alongside my book-based work, I explore printmaking, handmade books and other paper-based processes, continually experimenting with materials, textures and techniques.

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Community Projects & Collaborations

I work collaboratively with community groups, cultural organisations and local partners to develop creative projects that encourage participation, connection and shared experiences through art.

My community practice includes leading Art Tea at The Turnpike Gallery in Leigh and delivering Mindful Making sessions. Through these projects, I create welcoming spaces for people to explore new materials, experiment with different techniques and develop their own creative ideas.

I’m interested in how creativity can bring people together, celebrate local stories and heritage, and support individual and collective wellbeing. My approach values the process of making, the exchange of ideas and the sense of achievement that comes from creating something together.

I’m always interested in opportunities to collaborate with organisations and communities on projects that make art accessible and create meaningful opportunities for creative participation.

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About Kate & Contact

I’m a North West-based artist and freelance creative practitioner with over 15 years of experience working creatively with children, young people and adults.

I hold a first-class BA (Hons) in Visual Arts and an MA in Creative Education. Alongside my freelance practice, I work as an Art Technician in a secondary school, where I enjoy supporting young people as they explore materials, develop their skills and discover their own creative ideas.

My own artistic practice centres on book arts, printmaking and the transformation of discarded and repurposed materials. I’m fascinated by the possibilities held within everyday objects and enjoy experimenting with techniques that turn familiar materials into something unexpected.

Sharing creativity has always been an important part of my work. Through my practice, workshops and community projects, I aim to create welcoming opportunities for people to experiment, build confidence and discover the enjoyment of making. I’m particularly interested in how creativity can encourage curiosity, bring people together and open up new ways of seeing the world.

Get in Touch

I’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re interested in booking a creative workshop, discussing an artwork commission, planning a corporate event or exploring a community collaboration, please get in touch.

I’m always happy to chat about new ideas and explore how we might work together.

Email: info@katebufton.co.uk

Upcoming Workshops & Events

Alongside my commissioned workshops and community projects, I collaborate with independent bookshops and creative venues across the North West to deliver hands-on workshops for adults, families and young makers.

From sculptural book folding and seasonal book art to printmaking and other creative activities, my workshops offer opportunities to explore new techniques, experiment with materials and create something unique.

Explore my latest workshops, upcoming events and booking information via the link below.

Discover upcoming workshops and book a place: https://linktr.ee/katebufton