Miranda Whitten-Walker

How would you describe the work you do and why?

I create contemporary reduction linocuts, drypoint etchings, paintings and drawings that explore the British rural landscape - especially its hill ranges and wildlife. Working from both observation and imagination, often from unexpected perspectives, I focus primarily on delicate multi-layered linocuts that have a painterly style hovering between realism and abstraction. My work often traces the marks, shapes and textures left on the land by both human hands and natural forces.

For you what does being an artist mean?:

Being an artist means that my senses are always receptive to inspiration from my surroundings. There is a constant urge to transform what I experience into something beautiful and meaningful on paper. Living and working as an artist in Kington is also very much about being part of the flourishing creative community of the Marches.

Describe what you call yourself/your practice?:

Fine Art Printmaker and Artist

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

I focus on printmaking in my home studio in Kington, and also paint and draw. As I am an emerging artist, a significant portion of my studio time is allocated to experimentation and I simply adore the versatility and endless possibilities of printmaking - a discipline I find both intuitive and exciting, and perfect for expressing what landscapes and nature mean to me. I am this year's Artist in Residence at Hergest Croft Gardens in Kington and I am always on the lookout for new opportunities.

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

I have been making art all my life in my spare time, but worked as a professional biologist until a few years ago when I decided to engineer a radical career change. I officially launched my printmaking practice in early 2024. I am largely self-taught but grew up in a family of artists. I've benefitted from various creative courses, most recently two in printmaking at Hereford College of Arts.
I'm a member of Aberystwyth Printmakers and Find a Maker, a fellow of the Royal Society for Arts, Manufacture & Commerce (FRSA), and I was the 2025 winner of the h.Art Emerging Artist Bursary.

Exhibitions in the last 3 years:

2026 Solo Show, Artist in Residence at Hergest Croft Gardens & Maples Tea Room, Kington (current & year-long).
2026 Presteigne Open Studios & Exhibitions (upcoming).
2026 Society of Botanical Artists Plantae Online Exhibition.
2026 Solo Show, The Hub, Peterchurch.
2026 Printmakers '26 Exhibition, The Footprint Gallery, Ironbridge.
2026 Marches Makers Festival signature exhibition, St. Mary’s, Kington.
2026 RBSA Print Prize Exhibition, Birmingham.
2025 & 2024 Ironbridge Fine Arts Printmaking Prize Exhibition, Ironbridge.
2025 Harmony, Artishland / Empty Shops Exhibition, Hereford.
2025 In Search of the Perfect Hill, Artishland / Empty Shops Project Exhibition, Hereford.
2024 Crickhowell Open Exhibition.
2024 Marches Makers Festival, Kington.

Your gallery outlets/stockists:

My work can be viewed and purchased in the following ways:

Website https://www.mirandaww.com
A visit (by prior arrangement) to my studio in Kington

Artist in Residence 2026 Exhibition at Hergest Croft Gardens / Maples Tea Room, Kington, HR5 3EG. what3words:///global.neon.croutons
The Courtyard Shop, Edgar Street, Hereford, HR4 9JR. what3words:///tunnel.looked.arts

At various fairs & shows throughout the year; details on my website's Events Page at https://mirandaww.com/events
Social Media https://www.instagram.com/mirandawhittenwalker/

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