Raised in Radcliffe, near Manchester, Michael Crompton is an accomplished textile weaver with a particular focus on cotton. His grandmother…
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‘Tool kit’ is a new series for TextileArtist.org. Each edition will explore some of the primary tools used by our…
Robin McCarthy began her art career in embroidery, designing clothing for major labels as well as contributing to the Jim…
Janice Arnold spends her time passionately pursuing a deeper understanding of Felt. Having spend a significant amount of time in…
Mary-Ann Williams studied a variety of disciplines relating to textile art, including patterns and fashion. She did this in both…
Maria Boyle holds a BA in design crafts from De Montfort University, and has been the Artist in Residence at…
‘Tool kit’ is a new series for TextileArtist.org. Each edition will explore some of the primary tools used by our…
Polly Pollock may not think of herself as a basket maker, although her unconventional approach to basketry has earned her…
Leisa Rich is responsible for creating magnificent mixed media sculptures, using plastics, threads, fabrics, and other materials. Armed with a…
Siân Martin is an artist of many talents who studied Textiles at the University of Birmingham between 1969 and 1973. She…
