Lisa Gormley MA RCA

Artist | Designer | Educator | Participatory Arts Practitioner

Making creativity accessible to everyone.

I create inclusive arts experiences that bring people together through drawing, painting, textiles and craft, helping people of all ages build confidence, learn new skills and discover the joy of making.

After studying Printed Textiles at The Glasgow School of Art, where my love of art & design, colour, drawing, pattern, and textiles began. Following TexPrint and industry experience, I continued my training with an MA in Printed Textiles at The Royal College of Art.

In London, I worked with leading fashion brands, creating bestselling collections, leading design teams, and travelling globally to source vintage inspiration and emerging trends.

Returning to Scotland opened a new chapter in interiors, CMF, and product development. Working with heritage brands Sekers and Wemyss Fabrics expanded my expertise across weave, upholstery, drapery, and interior textiles. Previous roles include Design Manager at Sekers & Wemyss Fabrics, Surface & Product Designer at Premier Housewares, and Head of Design at JRC London. Clients have included Liberty, Marks & Spencer, Rockett St George, Urban Outfitters, ASOS, and Raft.

Alongside my commercial practice, I lecture across multidisciplinary design, including textiles, interiors, photography, visual communication, and social media, with teaching roles at West College Scotland, Edinburgh College of Art, London College of Communication, and Swansea School of Art.

NDEPENDENT ARTS PARTICIPATORY PRACTICE
Our Crafting Space - Community Projects, Creative Workshops - Crafts for entertainment, connection & wellbeing.

Imperfect Stitch – Johnstone Textile Space CIC - Facilitator of a free weekly contemporary textiles workshop exploring slow stitch, creativity, sustainability and wellbeing.

Creative Sparks Arts Club - At The Cornerstone Church, Bishopton, Founder and facilitator of a weekly arts club for children aged 7–12, encouraging imagination, confidence and creative exploration through drawing, painting, sculpture and mixed-media activities.

I’m currently working from my small studio just outside Glasgow, developing a range of creative projects. Drop me a message to discuss a project, collaboration, or catch up over coffee or online.