The Department was created by Nick Hand as a home for design, photography and print. Self-initiated projects sit alongside collaborations and commissions that combine Nick’s skills in design, photography and print; as well as his ability to bring together a mix of creative talent to deliver projects.

The Department has its own printshop, The Letterpress Collective for letterpress commissions and collaboration with artists and writers. The printshop also offers workshops and courses in letterpress printing.

When he isn't in the office or printshop, Nick is on his bicycle recording the lives of craftspeople, creating an ever-growing collection of conversations with people who have a passion for making.