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Plain English and Wondering People come together to celebrate craftsmanship materiality, and the quiet poetry of handmade artworks. Featuring work by UK-based artists and makers, this collection of artworks explores themes of slowness, process and a connection to the natural world.

In this time of fast-paced production and disposable culture, The Art of Slowness offers a paradox – honouring traditional methods of craftsmanship, the integrity of natural materials, and the value of slow, considered creation. Each artwork reflects a respect for process, whether through handwoven textiles, earth-fired ceramics, recycled materials, or painterly mark-making.

A triptych textile by Mathilde Felter is made with antique Japanese mosquito net fabrics, naturally dyed in indigo. Where time has left its mark in the form of holes, patchwork and embroidery breathes new life into the fabric, resulting in a layered composition of blues and contrasting textures. Other artworks are infused with elements from nature, echoing the landscapes from which they originate. Findere’s lamps are made from paper dyed with nettles foraged in the English countryside, drawing on the ancient Japanese technique of kneading paper, Momigami.

The Plain English flagship showroom at 61 Pimlico Road, renowned for its hand-crafted kitchens made from solid timber, provides the perfect setting for this exhibition. Wander through the showroom and explore this exhibition throughout our series of kitchen and ancillary spaces, a dialogue of art, craft and function enriching everyday life. The exhibition invites us to pause and appreciate the stories embedded in each piece, and to rediscover the quiet power of handmade beauty within the home.