TALKS
Each talk is shaped around the audience and works as a keynote, a panel, or a longer interactive session.
What should we learn when AI can think?
As AI becomes more capable of thinking, creating and solving problems, what should humans be learning? This talk explores what happens when technology can produce more of our work, and what becomes of creativity when almost anything can be generated. It makes the case that judgement, experimentation, physical experience and human connection matter more, not less, and that the act of making may become one of the most valuable things we do.
This talk covers how creative confidence is built, why some friction is constructive, how feedback lands best, and why making something can change the way we approach a problem.
From Shared Spaces to Real Communities
Offices, members' clubs, hotels and event spaces are built to bring people together, but being in the same place doesn't guarantee connection. Drawing on years of designing shared experiences through Well-Crafted, this talk explores how thoughtfully designed moments can make introductions easier, create natural opportunities to interact and give people reasons to return.
WHAT HAPPENS TO OUR SKILLS WHEN WE STOP PRACTICING THEM?
I'll admit I'm a rambler, and I'm genuinely glad of the way AI helps me say more with fewer words. But every time we hand our thinking to technology, we practise that thinking a little less. We also share more of ourselves with systems that can quietly shape what we see and believe. This talk explores how people and organisations can use AI well without outsourcing the thinking that makes them valuable, and why making and creating more is part of the answer.
Talks and experiences exploring how we learn and connect.
I'm Alexandra Lunn, a creative director, educator and the founder of Well-Crafted. For 15 years I've taught creative practice, including at Shillington, The Glasgow School of Art and Manchester University. Since 2018, I’ve brought people together through hands-on craft experiences for organisations such as Made.com and Meta.
As technology takes on more of our thinking, I help organisations make creativity and human connection part of how their people work, learn and come together.
People describe my talks as clear, thoughtful and easy to follow. You won't find trends or quick fixes. You'll leave with ideas you can use, whether you're leading a team, shaping a learning programme or bringing people back into the same room.
TALK AND MAKE
Pair any talk with a Well-Crafted creative experience.
Ideas happen differently when people put them into practice. Any talk can be followed by a hands-on session, so your audience moves from listening to making together.
It works as the closing session of a conference, the centrepiece of a company offsite or a way to bring a leadership team together away from screens. Each experience is designed around your audience, your space and the themes of the talk.
Talk: a keynote, panel or fireside conversation
Talk + Make: a talk followed by a hands-on creative experience
Extended session: a longer workshop combining discussion, making and reflection
Enquiries
Bring a talk to your next event.
I speak at conferences, company offsites and leadership events, and work with each organiser to shape the session around their people. I take on a limited number of engagements, so each one gets the attention it deserves.
To help me respond quickly, please share your event date and location, the audience and its size, and whether you're interested in a talk, Talk + Make or an extended session.
Interested in booking me as a speaker at an upcoming event? Get in touch!
TEACHING, MAKING AND BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER
Creative educator: 15 years teaching creative practice, including at Shillington, working with learners as they build skills and creative confidence.
Founder, Well-Crafted (since 2018): designing hands-on craft experiences that help people connect, for hospitality brands, cultural institutions and companies.
Founder, Alexandra Lunn Studio: design and creative direction for founders, artists and makers.
Rooted in craft: my dissertation explored the intersection of art and craft, and I've since interviewed many artists about their practice.
Selected clients: Soho House · The National Gallery · Sir Hotels
I spoke at this event to100+ people about building trust at Farnham Maltings where I gave a live Adobe Demo.
WHAT ORGANISERS SAY:
"Thank you for today's talk, lots of content in a short space of time, thank you, I know it was very much appreciated. We had 315 attend from 489 that booked. Great numbers."
Caroline Jackman,
Head of Craft Business Skills, Crafts Council
"Alexandra is an insightful, considerate, and generous creative, deeply passionate about her work and dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for her clients."
Ceri Hand,
Founder, Artist Mentor
Interested in booking me as a speaker at an upcoming event? Get in touch!