Lesley Cartwright
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Lesley Cartwright

Lesley Cartwright finds new life in everyday materials, blending a background in music photography with a tactile approach to fine art.

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Autumn Blackberry — framed, leaning against the wall

Autumn Blackberry

Lesley Cartwright

£28.79
Summer Blackberry — framed, leaning against the wall

Summer Blackberry

Lesley Cartwright

£28.79
Dandelion — framed, leaning against the wall

Dandelion

Lesley Cartwright

£28.79
Honeysuckle — framed, leaning against the wall

Honeysuckle

Lesley Cartwright

£23.99
Honeysuckles — framed, leaning against the wall

Honeysuckles

Lesley Cartwright

£23.99

About Lesley

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Lesley Cartwright is a British visual artist based in Billericay, Essex. After a career in commercial graphics and music photography, she shifted her focus to fine art following a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. This transition led to a practice rooted in adaptability, where she explores the potential of 2D mediums including paint, drawing, and mixed media. Her work is defined by a commitment to sustainability and accessibility, frequently utilizing recycled materials like cardboard to give discarded items a second life. As a member of the Broken Branches Collective, Cartwright rejects strict genre boundaries, moving between portraiture and community-focused projects. Her pieces have been exhibited internationally, from the local Rayleigh Windmill to the screens of Times Square.

Visual voice

Cartwright’s aesthetic is characterized by an eclectic mix of textures and recycled substrates, often featuring corrugated cardboard as a primary medium. Her work balances traditional portraiture with experimental mixed media, centering on themes of sustainability and the reimagining of everyday materials.
Recycled Cardboard ArtSustainable Mixed MediaEclectic PortraitureCommunity-Based ProjectsTactile 2D Works

Good to Know

What materials does Lesley Cartwright typically use?

She works across various 2D mediums including paint and drawing, with a specific focus on recycled materials like cardboard.

Where is the artist based?

Lesley Cartwright is a British artist based in Billericay, Essex.

Has her work been exhibited internationally?

Yes, her art has been featured in diverse locations ranging from New York’s Times Square to St George’s Hospital in London.

What is the Broken Branches Collective?

It is an artistic group that Cartwright is a member of, reflecting her collaborative and community-oriented approach to art.

How did her background influence her current practice?

Her previous career in commercial graphics and music photography informs her visual style, though she now focuses on fine art and sustainability.

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