Alison Whateley Mixed Media Textile artist
Artsist Bio
Devon based artist Alison Whateley works primarily with textiles. She took up textile art in her late forties and since then her work has continued to evolve. After moving to her own studio space in 2022 Alison has developed her practice to include mixed media and now produces both representational and abstract works inspired by the natural world.
Alison regularly exhibits her artwork nationally, with pieces previously being selected for exhibitions including ING Discerning Eye and the Royal Society of Marine Artists. She was also a participant in Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year 2024.
In addition to her original pieces, available through a limited number of galleries and her website, Alison sells her work in person at art and craft fairs across the UK. She also offers prints and greeting cards through her online Etsy shop.
Artist Statement
My work is a celebration of the natural world, captured through the tactile and versatile medium of textiles. Inspired by the ever-changing seascapes and landscapes I see around me I strive to evoke the beauty and tranquillity of nature in each piece. Through meticulous layering and stitching, I create both representational and abstract artworks, applying a variety of techniques to new and reclaimed fabrics, whilst also incorporating other mediums and materials.
Colour plays a vital role in my art, shaping not just the way I create but also how I connect with my work emotionally. I draw inspiration from the diverse colour combinations I encounter in the world around me—from the natural hues of rock formations at the beach to the diverse range of colours and tones found in fabrics themselves—allowing these observations to inform and influence my creative process.
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