Paul Harper

Paul Harper is a Lecturer at London Metropolitan University's The Cass Faculty of Art, Architecture and Design. He combines academic roles with freelance arts management, furniture design expertise, and consultancy. His research focuses on craft theory, reflective practice, and the social value of art and craft. He holds a PhD examining craft research methodologies using digital video.

• Education: PhD in Art & Craft Research Methodologies (university unspecified)

Research interests emphasize bridging craft practice with theoretical frameworks. His recent publication The Twenty-First Century Art Book explores contemporary art discourse. He co-founded Alias Arts supporting artist-led organizations and serves as vice-chair of the Forest of Dean Sculpture Trust.

Active in cultural advocacy, his work intersects academic research with practical arts management, promoting craft's societal relevance through innovative methodologies.