Biography
Lesley Turner, a fiber artist in British Columbia, Canada, explores the human-nature relationship, aiming to raise environmental awareness. She holds a first-class honors Embroidered Textiles degree from Middlesex University (2012) and a Certificate in Visual Design from Calgary University (2007). Lesley also holds City and Guilds of London certificates in Embroidery and Design.
Having exhibited worldwide, Lesley co-founded the Articulation Textile Group 23 years ago. Notable exhibitions include The Cheongju International Craft Biennale in Korea and the World of Threads Festival in Ontario.
Lesley’s commitment extends to education, having taught Fine Arts Textiles at Victoria College of Art. Now an independent teacher, she’s the British Colombia and Yukon regional representative for the Surface Design Association, supporting fellow artists.
Her current work emphasizes humanity’s link to nature, using domestic linens like bedsheets, blankets, and table linens. Lesley encourages mindfulness and responsibility for our environment, driving positive change.
Working on a large scale, Lesley blends natural fibers with machine and hand stitching, creating installations that highlight our place in the ecosystem. Her art weaves threads of consciousness and environmental stewardship, inspiring change and appreciation for our natural world.