‘Creativity Unwrapped’ – Exploring Heritage in the Art of Anita Carnell

Anita Carnell is a contemporary artist with strong ties to the textile industry in the North of England. Over the course of her remarkable journey, which spans more than three decades, she has honed her craft. She attended prestigious schools like The Royal School of Needlework, Hampton Court, and Camberwell College of Art to further her artistic training in her pursuit of artistic excellence. Her MA in Designer Maker degree from Camberwell College of Art represents the pinnacle of her extensive textile knowledge.

Anita currently resides in King’s Lynn, Norfolk, and calls it her home. King’s Lynn is teeming with beautiful ancient listed buildings, all of which are free to visit on Sunday, September 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

King’s Lynn is known for its rich heritage and stunning listed buildings, such as my church, All Saint’s

Church, the oldest in King’s Lynn, is opposite my gallery and is thought to date back to the Saxon period.  The church still has its  Anchorhold, a little room in which Anchorites lived;  once inside the room, the doorway was sealed in a special ceremony.  The  Anchorites never left their cell.  The Church will be open on Heritage Day and is definitely worth a visit.

‘The Pink House Gallery’ is  housed in a mid-16th century Grade II listed property that showcases Anita’s journeys through textiles and beyond.   In appreciation of her community, Anita intends to open her home to visitors on King’s Lynn’s Heritage Day, inviting them to explore the ancient inglenook fireplaces, winding staircases, and other historic features.