Moorhaven, Warne Lane, Mary Tavy, Tavistock, Devon PL19 9PH
Tavistock textiles West DevonKaren Nicol Textile Artist
I studied Art Foundation and then BA (Hons) Multidisciplinary Design.
I was a photographer who loved the texture and warmth of fabric and the stitched line, and now I combine these passions to create unique and original framed freehand machine embroidered and appliquéd pieces.
In my studio on the edge of Dartmoor, and inspired by our elegant Whippets, I learnt to draw with my sewing machine. My subjects are usually animals and I endeavour to capture their character or grace and movement.
A large part of my work is commissioned, both at home and internationally, which provides me with a huge and very enjoyable diversity. Often inspired by a piece of vintage fabric or a photograph, my imagination leads me to sew the quirky, beautiful, magical and sometimes humorous or touching.
Commissions and studio visits welcome. Studio gallery of work and cards for sale.
