Ally’s work occupies a relaxed middle ground between mixed media and abstract painting: using embroidery and a detailed use of stitch, she is able to express her interests with mother nature and in particular, lichen. Through her work, the artist presents what would otherwise be overlooked into a space where it can be viewed and …
Ellie is an independent printmaker based in West Yorkshire. She produces fine line, drypoint etchings inspired by the natural floral, fauna and landscapes that surround her, with a keen interest in wild flowers. Aiming to bring a printmaking process not often seen and the nature that inspires her into people’s homes. Each delicate, print is …
Kim is a printmaker working mainly in Lino, drypoint and collagraph . She is a nature and bird enthusiast which is reflected in her work. Her main influences are Eastern European Folk Art and Inuit Printmaking. She loves the drawn line and simple use of shapes and colours. Kim has spent some time in Eastern …
Janet is originally from West Yorkshire. She went to Sheffield to study silversmithing and jewellery and is still based there. A lot of her work focuses on contrasting textures, many of which have been inspired by Yorkshire’s natural and manmade scenery. Her jewellery making technique has developed over the years, allowing her to create contemporary …
James Bywood is an award-winning artist and illustrator who focuses on unique visual interpretations of the British countryside. Using the mediums of sketch and print James creates images that evoke a sense of place whilst also capturing emotional responses. James studied Fine Art at University in Bristol in the 1990’s and went on to work in …
Artist weaver of image, process and story. Carrie creates beautiful, unique collector’s edition fine art prints and artist’s books which tell a personal story. They are hand crafted with decisive combined media making a heritage gift for an intimate experience.
The Rustic Route prides itself in using reclaimed and salvaged wood for its projects. Matt designs and makes a wide range of charcuterie and serving boards, which are uniquely finished using fractal burning. He also makes other timeless pieces of furniture such as tables and benches along with smaller items such as lamps. All of …
Clare makes a selection of functional and decorative earthenware ceramics including mugs, bowls, vases, candle holders and plates. All of her work is made on the wheel. She uses her own Majolica glazes and oxides to decorate her pieces in a vibrant, abstract and often spontaneous style, inspired by her surroundings and feelings.
Colourful statement jewellery, combining silver, copper, brass with hand painted and printed plywood and aluminium. Using linocut patterns, Gwyneth handprints patterns onto painted plywood and aluminium layering and playing. Working intuitively, she never really knows what patterns and textures will emerge. Each piece is unique.
Ralph is a contemporary sculptor and designer working in wood and metals to create pieces with intriguing textures and form. His material led design process forms sculptures which push the materials to new areas, using bending and casting techniques he has developed. Ralph’s work is inspired by the making processes, and how this can influence …