Elena Oglesby

My work in textile design is rooted in a deep connection to nature—its patterns, textures, and quiet rhythms. I am drawn to the way natural elements reveal both structure and spontaneity, and I use this duality as inspiration for creating tactile surfaces that feel both grounded and expressive. Each design begins with close observation: the grain of wood, the flow of water, the layered complexity of leaves and lichen. Through hand-drawn motifs, digital processes, and traditional techniques, I translate these organic impressions into textiles that are meant to be lived with—soft, functional, and full of story.

I believe textiles hold emotional weight; they’re woven into our daily lives and carry a sense of place and memory. My goal is to create designs that quietly reflect the beauty and resilience of the natural world, inviting a slower, more intentional way of seeing and living.