Kate Johnson

Kate Johnson is a Senior Lecturer in Textiles at De Montfort University (DMU), affiliated with the School of Fashion and Textiles within the Faculty of Arts, Design and Humanities. She joined DMU in 2011 after ten years of professional experience in interior and fashion textiles industries, bringing practical expertise into her academic role.

Education:

• BA in History of Design and the Visual Arts (1989)
• BA in Printed Textiles (2001)

Her research and teaching focus on the intersection of artistic practice and textile design. Key areas include Printed Textiles, Contemporary Textile Design, Art and Design History, and Indian Arts and Crafts. She emphasizes the development of foundational creative skills such as drawing, painting, and design techniques, integrating historical context with modern applications in textile arts.

While no publications are listed in the provided text, her profile suggests a practice-based and pedagogical research trajectory grounded in visual arts and textile innovation.

Scientific Awards:

• No awards listed.

There is no mention of funded research grants or student supervision in the available information. However, her decade-long industry background and academic tenure indicate a strong applied and educational contribution to the field of textiles.

She is part of the academic team within the School of Fashion and Textiles at DMU, contributing to the Textile Design BA (Hons) program, where she supports curriculum delivery focused on creative skill development and design excellence.