BRINGING ARTISTS AND MAKERS TOGETHER ACROSS SUSSEX
BRINGING ARTISTS AND MAKERS TOGETHER ACROSS SUSSEX

Valerie-Anne Evans

Valerie is a Brighton-born wool felt artist with experience of living in different parts of the world and meeting many diverse cultures. People have shaped both her creative vision and approach to life.   Alongside her teaching career, Valerie has worked with felt for a number of years, exhibiting and teaching at home and abroad.  Lockdown provided the opportunity to both develop her felt making teaching virtually and also develop her felting.  Valerie takes part in the annual International Virtual Felt Camp finding inspiration from felt artists in Eastern Europe and the United Kingdom.

Valerie’s artistic journey is deeply intertwined with her experiences of travel and cultural exchange. Virtual platforms have expanded her horizons even further, allowing her to engage with artists and teachers from diverse regions. Her fusion of traditional techniques with modern technology helps to highlight the beauty and benefits of wool through her art. By creating usable decorative accessories and painting with wool, she not only showcases the versatility of this natural material but also promotes sustainability and craftsmanship. she merges functionality with artistry, making her creations both visually appealing and practical for everyday use.   Valerie is a member of the Internation Felt Makers Association.

Website: http://www.valerieevans.co.uk

Email: valerie@valerieevans.co.uk