My studio is in the garden of a 17thC listed farmhouse. The views over Rivelin Valley are worth the drive to find me. I’ve worked here for over 40 years, making work for exhibitions and often to commission.

I find observational drawing and ink brushwork really satisfying, grateful for having so much inspiration on the doorstep. It underpins a sense of place, seeing the same but differently.

A recent solo exhibition ‘Land, Sky and Gold’ at The Sunbury Embroidery Gallery, successfully brought together my ink drawings, embroidered landscapes and gold metallic embroideries. The Times LUXX Magazine featured the show with a double-page illustration and article on current embroidery champions.

Embroidery is a fine art. Drawing is central for me – the land, sky and the loveliness of gold threads, silk organza and dissolvable fabrics. It’s an enquiry into the joy and spirit of life, the observed world and the inexpressible. I’m always learning.

Fellow of The Royal Society of Arts (FRSA)

My studio will be open 11am – 5pm for visits on the following days:

• Saturday May 3rd
• Sunday May 4th
• Monday May 5th

Airy barn garden studio to the rear of C17th farmhouse overlooking Rivelin Valley. See my workbooks, samples and current work in progress.

• Visitors to the studio will be able to buy my work
• I’m happy to undertake commissions – please ask!

• Studio access is step free

m: 07908 188 034
w: katewellsartist.co.uk
e: katewells.embroidery@hotmail.co.uk