Alice Bowen, Alice Crane, Janina Bacchetta, Sue Green, Charlotte Humpston, Kelly Harris, Jan Ollis, Jane Colquhoun, Joy Merron, Anna Konig, Lydia Needle, Leah Hislop, Lou Baker, Emma Mawston, Oly Bliss, Pen O’Gara & Vivienne Beaumont.

This exhibition brings together a diverse group united by a shared exploration of fibre, fabric, and stitch as powerful mediums for artistic expression and enquiry.

A.R.T is rooted in the belief that textiles extend far beyond traditional notions of craft. Instead, they act as carriers of meaning, memory, and innovation — materials through which stories are told, identities are shaped, and ideas are challenged. The collective provides a supportive space for creative dialogue, skill-sharing, and collaboration, fostering both individual growth and a strong sense of community.

Grounded in the rich legacy of fibre arts while pushing contemporary boundaries, A.R.T invites audiences to reconsider the role of textiles within today’s artistic landscape. The exhibition highlights a wide range of practices, reflecting the diversity of voices and approaches within the group.

Visitors can expect an engaging and thought-provoking experience, as well as the opportunity to learn more about the artists, their processes, and the collective itself. This Is Art offers a chance to connect with a vibrant community of makers and to explore the evolving language of textile-based art.