Aleah Washington

bio

Aleah Washington is a Dallas, Texas native who currently lives in Kansas City, Missouri. Her abstract work uses topographical maps and quilting techniques with themes of exploring identity and environment. She uses a playful collage approach to creating texture through improvisational piecing methods. Aleah received her BFA degree from the Kansas City Art Institute in 2022 and is currently a Charlotte Street Artist Studio Resident.

Statement

Aleah Washington is a textiles artist creating utilitarian items that are decorative and represent the psychological impact of community. Formal quilted patterns relate to domestic spaces while textures and color schemes mirror the surrounding environment. Keen with identity, the work presents moments of vulnerability as different sourced fabrics are revamped, spotlighting unity and history.