Caroline West

Artist/Author

Caroline West is an artist from the South of England, with a deep-rooted passion for sustainability, taking everyday objects and transforming them into works of art. 

Her unique artistic process involves painting on materials that would typically decay or be discarded, such as upcycled pallet wood, preserved leaves, and tea bags. Each piece she create serves as a reminder of the beauty that can be found in the overlooked and discarded and challenges people to reconsider their relationship with waste and adopt a more sustainable mindset. Recently Caroline had some media exposure around her British Landmark scenes painted on Yorkshire tea bags, appearing in various media outlets including the BBC, The Independent and on radio BBC York and Humberside.

After over 18 years in the childcare industry, where she balanced her professional responsibilities with raising a family, Caroline experienced burnout and a sense of disillusionment. This pivotal moment led her to pursue a lifelong passion for art, intertwining it with her commitment to sustainability.

Caroline's journey from childcare to the art world is marked by her passion for creativity and dedication to making a difference. It is also a journey about finding herself and facing her fears to follow her dreams and she hopes to inspire other people (especially women) to do the same. Caroline hopes her story is a powerful example of how personal transformation can lead to a broader impact, advocating for a more sustainable and beautiful world.