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Ptolemy Mann: Woven Colour

Dovecot Studios is delighted to present artist, Ptolemy Mann, as she returns to Scotland with her new exhibition 'Woven Colour'!

Ptolemy Mann: Woven Colour

About Ptolemy Mann: Woven Colour

Dovecot Studios is delighted to present artist, Ptolemy Mann, as she returns to Scotland with her exhibition featuring her magnificent handwoven rugs and groundbreaking, vibrant Thread Paintings alongside paintings on paper and canvas, marking her second solo show at Dovecot.

Over the past 30 years, Mann has built a reputation for her extraordinary approach to textile art which marries the intricate techniques of hand-weaving with vibrant, expressive painting. Her work is renowned for its precision and depth, reflecting a profound understanding of colour theory and design.

The exhibition will include over 20 handwoven rugs and Mann’s most recent, new Thread Paintings.

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