Saskia Saunders

Born: 1984

Hometown: Oxford

Based in: Stokenchurch

Saskia brings the ancient craft of handweaving into contemporary form to explore our collective need to live more sustainably, in harmony with nature.

'Handwoven fine art that elevates mindful living'

Exclusively using plant-based, vegan yarns such as linen, hemp, nettle and paper, Saunders’ textural artwork sensitively brings to interiors a deep sense of connection to natural wellbeing.

Working from her garden studio in Buckinghamshire, England, Saunders creates collections of work and private commissions for interior designers and clients worldwide, including recent solo shows in Hong Kong, and the UK.

Recent collaborations include: Katharine Pooley Interiors, Michael Del Piero, Hilton Bankside London and EverEve stores.

Saunders is represented by Amelie Maison d’Art Gallery in Paris and the Contemporary Crafts Centre in Hong Kong.

Saskia Saunders In The Studio

I work from my peaceful studio, hidden by trees at the end of my garden. Here I keep my looms, yarns and sketchbooks and take video calls with collectors.

More About Saskia Saunders

Question Icon What inspires you?

Forests, wabi-sabi beauty and the regenerative power of nature.

Question Icon Describe your creative process.

Forest bathing is always the beginning. Immersing myself in the feelings and sensations of the forest. From there I photograph, collage and write. Moving onto my sample loom I play with materials and ideas. The final pieces are woven on my Ashford loom or a handmade frame loom and if needed joined together before hanging or framing.

Question Icon What are 3 words that best describe your work?

Ephemeral, elegant, textured

Question Icon Who are some artists that have influenced your work?

Lenore Tawney, Sheila Hicks, Magdalena Abakanowicz

Question Icon What is the most important tool when creating your work?

My Ashford loom

Question Icon What is the best piece of advice you have been given?

Plan, prepare and then let go of the outcome.

Question Icon Where do you go for inspiration?

The forests that surround us in the Chiltern Hills.

Collections Featuring Saskia Saunders

11 Collections

Coastal Retreat

10 Artists, 11 Products

Last updated: December 5, 2024

Unique Art Pieces for the Holiday Season

72 Artists, 94 Products

Last updated: October 24, 2023

Tactile Artworks

72 Artists, 93 Products

Last updated: September 14, 2021

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Credentials

Awards

New Heritage : Blue Patch Sustainable Business

2020

Exhibitions

Transient Bodies

United States of America, 2023

Their Bravery Knew No End

United Kingdom, 2023

Nourish

United Kingdom, 2023

Reclaim

United Kingdom, 2022

Well-Being

United Kingdom, 2022

Nurture

United Kingdom, 2022

Sanctuary, Contemporary Crafts Centre

Hong Kong, 2021

Amelie Maison d'Art

France, 2021

Crafted and Curated

United Kingdom, 2020

London Craft Week

United Kingdom, 2020

Flow

United Kingdom, 2020

Art Rooms

United Kingdom, 2019

Amelie Maison d'Art

France, 2019

Forms Assembled in the Light

United Kingdom, 2018

Origami

United Kingdom, 2018

Art Signe Auction

Germany, 2018

Et Tu, Arte Brute

United States of America, 2017

Leftovers

United Kingdom, 2017

Press

V-Land

2022

Henley Standard

2022

Obscura

2021

Culture Plus Asia

2021

Guardian

2020

M.A.M.A

2018