Lynn Setterington
I am an internationally recognised textile artist. My work explores contemporary issues and how stitch can be used to commemorate people and communities.
My quilts and cloths are held in many major public museums including the V&A, Crafts Council, IQSC and Whitworth Art Gallery.
Born in Yorkshire, I trained at Goldsmith’s College. My PhD is from UCA Farnham. I am a Senior Lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University.
Approach
I use embroidery methods and textile history to explore societal issues ranging from belonging, to sustainability, place, well-being and personal identity. I see myself as an ethnographic embroiderer who engages with the world through stitch. For more than five decades I have worked with communities across the globe, including the UK, India, Bangladesh, Brazil and USA, mostly groups who are marginalised and lack voice and visibility.
Exhibitions
I have exhibited widely and have been involved in the development of the contemporary craft scene in the UK. My work has been celebrated for its innovation and its blend of fine art with craft traditions.
Commissions
For the last decade I have specialised in devising and co-ordinating a number of commissions and pubic engagement projects using embroidery and quilt making. Some of this have been large-scale projects involving many people.
Work in Collections
My work is held in over 20 major public collections across the UK and internationally, including the V&A Museum, The Whitworth and Denver Museum of Art.
Workshops
I design and facilitate textile workshops for schools, community groups, libraries, festivals, museums, and galleries. If you’re interested in discussing a workshop or potential partnership, feel free to reach out.
“Lynn Setterington is an extremely important artist working on the edges of politics and ethnography”
Jane Webb – Head of School for Cross Faculty Studies, Warwick University