Explore Weaving Artists

The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation preserves and promotes the work and legacy of Josef (painter, educator) and Anni (textile artist) Albers. Their joint and individual practices were foundational to modern abstraction, exploring color theory, material properties, and minimalist design principles with rigorous experimentation.

Daniel Sinsel is a German artist based in London, acclaimed for his intimate, handcrafted paintings and sculptures. His work meticulously combines diverse materials and classical themes, exploring illusions of space and volume with a subtle, often humorous, eroticism, delving into the material qualities and historical associations of his chosen mediums.

Andrea Zittel is an American artist who creates functional living structures, environments, and objects that explore human needs and design. Her practice investigates concepts of sustainable living, self-sufficiency, and how standardized systems influence our daily existence, merging art with everyday life.

Yinka Shonibare, CBE (b. 1962), is a British-Nigerian artist celebrated for his multidisciplinary practice exploring post-colonialism, identity, and race. He famously uses vibrant "Dutch wax" fabric to create sculptures, installations, and photographs, challenging historical narratives and the complexities of cultural authenticity.

Michelle Grabner (b. 1962) is a prominent American artist, critic, and curator, celebrated for her diverse practice rooted in abstraction and domestic motifs. Her work often recontextualizes patterns from everyday life, such as gingham and paper weaving, into rigorous, grid-based compositions that challenge the hierarchies of art and craft.

Matteo Nasini is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice often incorporates sound, sculpture, and textile art to explore themes of dreams, memory, and the subconscious. His immersive installations create sensory experiences, translating intangible states into tangible forms.

Rosemary Mayer (1943-2014) was an American artist vital to the conceptual and feminist art movements. Renowned for her textile sculptures and ephemeral installations, she explored themes of memory, identity, and the passage of time. Mayer's work often incorporated natural materials and personal narratives, challenging conventional artistic boundaries with grace and intellectual depth.

Zora Mann, a German artist, creates vibrant, large-scale paintings and textile works characterized by bold patterns and symbolic imagery. Her practice draws inspiration from diverse cultural motifs, spiritual symbols, and abstract forms, exploring themes of spirituality, nature, and personal mythology. Mann's work is a colorful and meditative exploration of inner landscapes.

German sculptor and installation artist creating minimalist, geometric works from industrial materials. Lives in Berlin.

Miletić's textile works and photographs, characterized by their meticulous craftsmanship and social engagement, explore themes of community, labor, and the politics of representation. Her practice is rooted in collaborative processes.