About Me

Hi, I'm Grace, an artist based in the West Midlands UK.

I create textured artwork inspired by the coast, flowers and the intricate details found in nature. Working with paint, clay and embroidery, I love recreating organic forms and layering texture by hand, allowing each piece to capture movement, light and a sense of calm.

I've always been someone who notices the little things. The way light reflects on the sea, the texture of shells, flowers in bloom or the intricate patterns hidden beneath the water's surface. These quiet moments often become the starting point for my work.

Creating has become much more than making art. As someone who has always been an overthinker, it's where my mind becomes quiet. When I'm painting or sculpting, everything else disappears and I'm completely immersed in the process. Without even realising it, art became my escape, and I hope each piece I create brings that same sense of calm into someone else's home.

My journey into art began through textiles. I graduated with a First-Class degree in Textile Design, specialising in embroidery, where my final major project explored the fascinating world of coral reefs. That project sparked a curiosity for creating my own sculptural forms and experimenting with texture, something that continues to shape my work today.

Shortly after graduating, the pandemic changed many people's plans, including mine. Like many graduates, career opportunities became uncertain, so I decided to create my own. What started as a leap into the unknown became Grace Oliver Designs, allowing me to build a business around creating artwork inspired by the places and moments I love most.

Today, my work continues to evolve as I explore new ideas, collections and techniques, always returning to the same purpose: creating slow, thoughtful artwork in a fast paced world.

Whether it's a favourite beach, the movement of the sea or the delicate layers of a flower, my hope is that each piece encourages you to pause, notice the beauty around you and bring a little more calm into your everyday life.

Thank you so much for being here.

Grace x