Thea Penna

I was born in Harlow, Essex, and after completing my Art Foundation course at Harlow college I moved to Wakefield for three years where I studied Surface Pattern Design at Bretton Hall college of Art (part of Leeds University), which I loved. I was encouraged to use portraiture in my textile designs as I had such a passion for painting in this style.

After graduating with a First Class honours in 1997 I gained a place at The Royal College of Art, London, where I studied Printed Textiles for two years. I have worked in design studios ever since.

Along side my textiles career I have worked on a variety of commissioned portraits and other figurative works for exhibitions around London.

Acrylics on canvas have always been my preferred medium.

I just love to paint.