Known for her thoughtful fusion of rich, textured painting and repurposed domestic textiles, the Ann-Marie crafts pieces that feel quietly loaded with history, emotion, and life.
This week, we sat down with Ann-Marie in her studio to discuss memory, creative mentors, and the unexpected places she finds inspiration.
The conversation starts with her artistic origins. Williamson recounts the exact moment that sparked her passion for painting, sharing memories of her earliest attempt at making art and explaining how her foundation in textile design directly influences her handling of colour, texture, and balance.
Moving beyond traditional fine art references, we spoke about how everyday surrounding elements, ranging from structural architecture to random urban details, quietly inform her work's structure and mood. She also opens up about the single most transformative piece of advice given by a mentor, which fundamentally reshaped how she approaches process, patience, and vulnerability in the studio.
Watch the full video to join our conversation about Ann-Marie’s studio practice and visual worldview.
