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West Dean is part of a registered charity and relies on the support of generous donors, friends, legacies to help us deliver world-class education in conservation and the creative arts and maintain our award-winning gardens.
Caron Penney
Caron is an independent artist and artisanal tapestry weaver who works from her own studio in West Sussex. She was formerly the Director of West Dean Tapestry Studio. Caron has tapestries in collections and exhibits her work across the UK and is represented by the Zimmer Stewart Gallery, West Sussex.
"My work references street architecture, and structural comparisons between the warp and weft and the gridded road systems in New York. Often these themes respond to the ebb and flow of the daily migration across the City."
Since taking my PGCE I have taught tapestry for around 15yrs. I like to offer a relaxed, inviting atmosphere where the students can learn in a happy environment. My workshops are skills based.