Woburn ArtBeat

Ian graduated with a first class degree in Three-Dimensional Design and Creative Business Development from MMU in 2007, when the talented artist was also named best student entrepreneur.

Last year he was selected to take part in New Designers One Year On, which "show-cases a selected group of innovative, enthusiastic and creative makers", and has been highlighted by the Crafts Council as an "Emerging Talent". Ian is currently studying for an MA at the Royal College of Art in London.

Tonight's VIP dinner precedes tomorrow's G20 summit in London, with 20 of the world's most powerful leaders jetting into the capital for the event. Guests will include French President Nicolas Sarkozy, Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.