I am an artist inspired by formations present in the natural world and the ways in which craft connects the maker to their environment. My textile work combines machine and hand processes and is concerned with how making can help to enhance wellbeing. Nature continues to be my main inspiration where I highlight the joy in appreciating local environments through bright, uplifting colours and bold shapes in my artwork.
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After completing my degree in Textile Design in 2024, I am now pursuing my own projects professionally in textiles, painting and ceramics.​
CV
​Anna Rooney
Born 2002, based in Dundee and Angus.
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Education
2024
BDes Textile Design with Honours from DJCAD, University of Dundee
Group Exhibitions/Displays
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Upcoming
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Angus Festival of Makers - Arbroath Art Market
St John's Methodist Church, 15 Ponderlaw, Arbroath, DD11 1EU
(2nd - 5th May)
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REMNANTS: Traces of the Past in the Present Exhibition
St John's Methodist Church, 15 Ponderlaw, Arbroath, DD11 1EU
(9th - 18th May)
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2025
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"The Nature of Art" at Green Gallery in University of Dundee Botanic Gardens with Art and Nature Collective
(1st - 30th March)
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2024
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"Autumn Treasures" at Green Gallery in University of Dundee Botanic Gardens with Art and Nature Collective
(23rd November - 15th December)
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“Residence Residence” at Generator Projects, Dundee
(17th September - 4th October artists on display, final exhibition October 5th - 6th)
“Flourish: Celebrating Feminine Nature and Vivid Imagination” at The Living Room Curators in curator’s home, Dundee
(20th June - 30th September, artist's work on display 30th July - 21st September)
DJCAD Undergraduate Degree Show, University of Dundee
(25th May - 2nd June)
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2022/23
“Swatch” Level 4 Textiles Work in Progress Showcase at Matthew Building Level 5 Gallery, University of Dundee
(December 7th - 15th January 2024)
Art, Science and Visual Thinking Showcase at LifeSpace, University of Dundee
(December 15th - January 16th 2023)
Collections
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2024
University of Dundee Museums
Residencies
2025
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Self-Directed Residency at Clashnettie Arts Centre
(1st - 28th February)
2024
“Residence Residence” at Generator Projects, Dundee
(17th September - 4th October)
Experience
2025
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Volunteer art workshop facilitator at Ninewells Community Garden, Dundee
(March - Present)
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2024
Online talk for The Loom Shed Graduate Day
(19th June)
2023
Volunteer youth and adult art workshop helper at Boomerang Community Centre, Dundee
(June - August)
Achievements/Funding
2024
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VACMA Early Career Bursary
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One to Watch for Colour in Design Awards
Fife Contemporary New Maker Award
Saltern Prize for Textiles
Publications
2024
"Seedlings III: Autumn", Seedlings Studio magazine, Autumn issue
“Creative Base: People Who Shape Dundee”, Creative Dundee article
https://creativedundee.com/2024/10/creative-base-people-who-shape-dundee/
“Colour In Design Awards One to Watch”, Colour in Design Awards article
https://www.colourindesignaward.org/post/one-to-watch-anna-rooney
“Fife Contemporary Selects New Makers Awards 2024”, Fife Contemporary blog post
https://www.fcac.co.uk/2024/06/fife-contemporary-selects-new-makers-awards-2024/