Kate Wells

Kate Wells is a Senior Lecturer in Design at the University of Derby's School of Arts pioneering sustainable textile practices. Her research revitalizes historical dyeing techniques through digital innovation and ecological approaches.

Research focuses on:

• Integration of digital technologies with shibori and itajime traditions
• Development of solar-powered dyeing and patterning methods
• Botanical colorant applications for textile design
• Historical reconstruction of pre-industrial dye techniques

Publications and exhibitions demonstrate consistent innovation in sustainable surface design through anthotype processes, natural dye chemistry, and eco-printing methodologies.