about audrey…

Audrey Woods Nixon is a Chicago-based textile artist who explores the interplay of color, texture, and form through weaving. She deconstructs and reconstructs her weaves into layered, textured compositions, embracing movement, imperfection, and organic materials. Guided by intuition, she allows each piece to evolve naturally, resulting in unexpected and expressive works.

Color is central to her inspiration, drawn from architecture, fashion, and fleeting moments that catch her eye. Each piece is a direct response to these influences, taking shape through a process of weaving, cutting, and reconstruction. Beyond fiber, she incorporates paint and found materials, adding depth and contrast to her work. Sustainability is at the heart of her practice—she repurposes discarded fibers and textiles, giving new life to materials that might otherwise be wasted.

Audrey’s work is an act of reinvention—breaking apart and reassembling, honoring tradition while pushing boundaries. Each piece carries a history, transformed into something new. But her practice is ever-evolving. Weaving is not just a craft but an ongoing exploration, where new materials, techniques, and ideas shape her work in unexpected ways. Through this continuous growth, she invites others to engage with textiles in a deeper, more tactile way, celebrating both process and transformation.