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Artwork for Alisha Davidson

Curly frame basket

Oval Shopping basket

Tulip Basket

Basket collection

Asymmetric Baskets

Asymmetric Basket

Willow Backpack

Fruit bowl

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Telephone: 
07845908509
How would you describe the work you do and why?: 

I work predominantly with willow, which I grow myself or source as locally as possible, I also enjoy incorporating materials I've foraged to add colour and texture to my work. The materials I use are produced with as little negative impact to the natural world as possible to ensure that what I'm creating is sustainable. ​

Heritage techniques are used throughout my work, ​I aim to create pieces that will stand the test of time whilst also incorporating innovative ideas to push the boundaries of tradition.

For you what does being an artist mean?: 

My work enables me to work seasonally with materials that grow around me. I love being able to make things that are both beautiful and usable.

Describe what you call yourself/your practice?: 

I'm Alisha Davidson and my business is Mortimer Willow. I live on the border of Herefordshire and Shropshire. I make both traditional and innovative baskets, garden structures and homeware.

Your practice & activities include e.g workshops, teaching: 

When I'm not making I'm teaching. Teaching is a massive part of my life as a basketmaker. I enjoy helping beginners make their first baskets on day courses and more experienced makers progress and develop their skills to become independent designer makers through the City & Guilds programme.

CV & Education, relevant & leading to your artistic practice: 

C&G Basketry level 2 - 2018-2019
C&G Basketry level 3 - 2019 - 2022
Various other courses with master basketmakers - UK & international

Exhibitions in the last 3 years: 

H-Art 2021 - present
Weave Only a Trace - Ironbridge 2024
Basketry: Rescuing, Reviving, Retaining 2024 - 2025 - Tear Up Festival, Ruthin Craft Centre, Crafts in the Bay Cardiff, Harley Gallery Nottinghamshire.

Your gallery outlets/stockists: 

Oxenham Art Gallery - Leominster
Oxenham Gallery - Hereford
Studer Fine Art -- Presteigne

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