Makers

Alisha Davidson – Mortimer Willow

11 Mortimer Drive, Orleton, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 4JW Biography

I live on the border of Herefordshire and Shropshire. I make both traditional and innovative baskets, garden structures and homeware.

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I work predominantly with willow, which I grow myself or source as locally as possible, I also enjoy incorporating materials I've foraged to add colour and texture to my work. The materials I use are produced with as little negative impact to the natural world as possible to ensure that what I'm creating is sustainable. 

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Heritage techniques are used throughout my work that I've learnt from attending the City & Guilds Basketry level 2 & 3 courses as well as attending courses with many UK and International makers. 

 

I aim to create pieces that will stand the test of time whilst also incorporating innovative ideas to push the boundaries of tradition. 

Interests
  • Basketry
  • Contemporary
  • Hedgerow
  • Traditional
  • Willow (Basketry)