Rachel Tappin
Illustrator and Textile Artist
About meI am a mixed-media textile artist and illustrator based in North Norfolk.Inspired by the natural beauty of my surroundings in particular wildlife and plants, I enjoy working with recycled and vintage fabrics, transforming them into unique, one-of-a-kind pieces.Currently I am completing a BA Honours in Illustration. I welcome new customers and commission enquiries.Rachel x
Textile Artwork and Commissions
I love working with recycled fabric to create unique illustrations and character designs. I use my sewing machine to draw on to the fabric, which results in endless interesting textures and one-of-a-kind commissions. Recently, I have been working with textiles to design bold 3D installation pieces.
Greeting Card Images
These mixed media images are represented by Green Pebble Publishing UK, they are also available as Giclee Fine Art Prints.
Art Installations and Collaborations
Norfolk Wildlife Trust -
Awareness campaign for Sweet Briar Marshes.Holocaust Centre North -
Museum Installation - Post Memory Exhibition.The Sainsbury Centre, Norwich - Gift Shop Item - Shadow Shapes.Virgin Wines - Wine Label Illustration.The Church of England
Easter Altar Cloth
Community Altar Cloth
Children Book Illustration
This book was created and illustrated to promote awareness and understanding of the importance of the Poppy Day appeal.
Blickling Hall and Bayt Al Razzaz
An awareness campaign to celebrate the twinning of Blickling Hall, Norfolk and Bayt Al Razzaz, Cairo. The Sun Shard is a wall-mounted 3D art installation which celebrates the patterns and textures of the two properties highlighting the vulnerabilities they face from climate change.
