Antje Rook

ANTJE ROOK - TEXTILE ARTIST

My work is very much inspired by my environment, nature and people, also personal experiences. Sometimes I use surreal elements in my pictures. My art ranges from small delicate pictures to large expressive displays, mostly in vibrant colours. Just recently I started making textile art soft sculptures and one of a kind art dolls, which I enjoy very much and is something I'd like to explore more.

If possible, I try to work with recycled material and you can find me looking for interesting material on car boot sales and in charity shops.

The last years have been equally challenging and successful for me. 2 different works of mine have been chosen for exhibitions in Rome, a self portrait was shown in London and my Virus project, 'A virus a day' was in Dorset County Museum on show from March till June last year. I also organised and curated the 'Home' exhibition, where 17 artists showed work about their perception of the meaning of Home.

My website: www.antjerook.com

Instagram @antjerooktextiles