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Rhyannan Hall

Rhyannan Hall (b. 1990) is an artist based in Bristol, UK, whose journey into textile art began after leaving an academic philosophy degree to pursue her passion for creativity. Specializing in the Japanese technique of Arashi Shibori, Rhyannan delved deeply into this craft under the mentorship of masters Yoshiko Wada, Kaei Hayakawa, Anna-Lisa Hedstrom.

While she initially honed her skills in traditional methods, Rhyannan has since developed a distinctive style of shibori that reflects her unique artistic voice, pushing the boundaries of this ancient technique.Her background as a textile artist includes invaluable experience working alongside artists from the Royal Opera House, which greatly influenced her artistic practice. Conversations and collaborative work with Andrew Vowels of Massive Attack inspired her to start exploring indigo dyeing.

Rhyannan's work has garnered global recognition, with exhibitions at prestigious venues such as the Toyama Museum of Art and Design and the Japanese Embassy. She has also received research grants from the Daiwa Foundation and the Great British Sasakawa Foundation, further establishing her presence in the international textile art community.

Passionate about teaching, Rhyannan shares her expertise in shibori and natural dyeing through workshops that engage participants in sustainable practices and cultural appreciation. Her commitment to education is evident in her approach to imparting knowledge about textile techniques and their potential for social impact. Through her art and teaching, Rhyannan aims to inspire others to explore the transformative power of textiles while fostering a deeper connection to materials and their histories.