Janet Wootton - Artist

paint, print, textiles, words and music.

Janet Wootton - Artist

paint, print, textiles, words and music.

Artist Statement

My artwork is influenced by a career as a communicator in the creative industries: as a journalist; government information officer and broadcasting regulator. I communicate via words, art and music.

The artistic interpretation of messages depends upon colour, texture and design and art evolves from the use of a wide range of sustainable and recycled materials. There is always a narrative: about the materials and surfaces used and the process of making.

Finished works may be wall hung paintings and prints, ceramics, architectural pieces, textiles or jewellery.

I am also a performer, singing and acting with Notts Operatic Society, NTU Choir and St Leonard’s Church ,Wollaton and other theatre companies.

About Me

Studying art as a mature student –achieving a BA in Fine Art from the University of Nottingham and an MA from Nottingham Trent University- changed my life. I gained confidence to take risks and follow new paths in communicating messages via art; often using challenging materials and fusing processes. Sustainability is at the heart of my practice.

I work from my home studio and join forces with the Rufford Arts Society and Kith Artist Collective to exhibit. The art practice has become a social enterprise and profits benefit local charities.

Having enjoyed a high profile career in the creative industries and latterly specialising in strategic consultancy I continue to use my skills in a voluntary capacity. I am an NTU Alumni Fellow, a Trustee of Music for Everyone and a Trustee of Nottingham Operatic Society.

Purchasing my work

Most of my work is for sale, either at exhibitions or personal contact with me via email: janet.wootton@ntlworld.com. If you see a painting or print or piece of jewellery in the online gallery that you might wish to purchase send me a message via the contact page. I don’t have an on-line shop.

I do undertake commissions and special projects.

My studio gallery is open by appointment only. Many other works not shown here can be viewed. Limited edition prints of some original paintings are available on request.

You can often see my latest work or details on exhibitions via Facebook. I also have a Linked –In page and Instagram.

Exhibitions

Kith and Friends exhibition

** I will be exhibiting my new Let's Dance series with the Kith Artist Collective at the Surface Gallery, 16,Southwell Road, Nottingham NG1 1DL from 3-10 June 2023. Opening night is Friday 2 June (1800-2100). Exhibition is called Conversations With Kith.

Kith and Friends exhibition

The French House in soft pastels and ink will be among the art and craftworks I will be showing as part of the Kith and friends exhibition 10-4pm at the Nottingham Society of Artists Gallery, Friar Lane, Nottingham from 21 November-26 November 2023.

Janet Wootton - Artist

Janet Wootton - Artist

Artist Statement

About Me

Purchasing my work

Exhibitions

Kith and Friends exhibition

Kith and Friends exhibition

Kith and Friends exhibition

Kith and Friends exhibition

Kith and Friends exhibition

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