Alice Franklin alicefranklinstudio
I have always been designing and creating unique art, starting in childhood.
I first became an architect, graduating from Washington University, and worked on several commercial projects.
I have had a lifetime of working and designing in fibers. During the 1980’s I worked in a primitive rug hooking technique creating rugs, bags, sculpture and wall pieces.
For many years I designed functional art using felted recycled sweaters. I used this material to make handbags, cashmere scarves, blankets and pillows.
I first began designing patterns and mandalas in the 1990’s and exhibited this work at several galleries and museums. This work uses paper and canvas, and can be three dimensional.
I have a daily meditation practice for 35 years. I taught this Taoist/Buddhist practice for over 10 years, as well as hosted retreats in nature.