Born and raised in Los Angeles,
I come from a long line of women artists.
Bio
Fiona Faye Simpson comes from a lineage of makers—both of her great-grandmothers were painters, her grandmother knitted sweaters, and her mother is a collage artist. Surrounded by creativity, the path to becoming an artist felt inevitable, though discovering the right medium took time.
While studying at community college, a sculpting class revealed the therapeutic power of working with her hands. At 21, she was gifted a Leclerc floor loom, an encounter that sparked an instant and lasting love for weaving. The first piece—a colorful striped table runner—marked the beginning of a deep and ongoing connection to fiber art.
Weaving has since become a cornerstone of her artistic and mental health journey. It is both a meditative practice and a means of finding stillness amidst life's chaos. From selecting yarn to the rhythmic process of preparing the loom, each step offers a sense of calm, and completing a piece brings a quiet, fulfilling resolution.
For Simpson, weaving is more than an art form; it is both passion and refuge, a space where creativity and mindfulness intertwine.
Artist Statement
As a neurodivergent fiber artist, my creative journey is deeply intertwined with both the natural world and the landscape of mental health. Drawing inspiration from the intricate patterns and harmonious rhythms of nature, my work serves as a visual exploration of the complex interplay between mind, body, and environment.
As someone who navigates the world with a unique neurological perspective, I find solace and inspiration in the textures, colors, and forms of
the natural world. Nature becomes both a sanctuary and a canvas, a muse and mentor.
Each piece is a reflection of my own journey through the highs and lows of living with a neurodivergent mind. Just as nature experiences cycles of growth, decay, and renewal, so too do our mental landscapes. My work captures moments of beauty and resilience amidst the chaos, offering glimpses of hope and healing in the midst of adversity.
Through my art, I hope to challenge stigma and foster greater understanding and acceptance of neurodiversity and mental health. By
weaving together threads of nature, creativity, and lived experience, I aim to create a space for
reflection, connection, and transformation.