Laima Grasmane

I am a textile artist based in Latvia. I received my BA in Textile Art from the Art Academy of Latvia in 2024, and since then I’ve been developing my independent art practice. My main focus is tapestry, but I also explore other textile techniques such as felting, tufting, and knitting — blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary expression.

Through my work, I aim to expand the perception of what tapestry can be — both visually and emotionally. My pieces are rich in texture, bold in colour, and layered with stories. I see each tapestry as a form of storytelling: a space where emotions, ideas, dreams, and inspirations from different art forms intertwine.

I create slowly and intentionally, paying close attention to detail and letting the rhythm of making guide me. The process itself is meditative — a way to find peace, process emotions, and transform them into something tangible. My works are brave and loud, challenging traditional textile art and the viewer’s perception of what textile art can be.

2025

Latvian Artists Union exhibition "Autumn 2025. Culture of Polytechnologies"

Kefirs studio exhibition "Simbioze 2.0"

Association of Latvian textile art exhibition "Virzieni"

2024

Kefirs Studio exhibition "Simbioze"

Art Academy of Latvia Visual Arts department lecturer and student exhibition "Correlation"

2023

The National History museum of Latvia exhibition "Power and love. Archaeological, ethnographic and contemporary crowns"

Art Academy of Latvia exhibition "Design day`s"

International Milano design fair "Salone del Mobile" new designer exhibition "SaloneSatellite"

2022

Textile artist group exhibition "How much does light weight?"

Education

2020 - 2024  Art Academy of Latvia - Textile art

2016 - 2020 Liepaja Music, Art and design secondary school - Fashion design