Samantha Foster
1 work in Printmaking 2026
Artist statement
My practice is rooted in materiality, process and the tactile qualities of printmaking. I am particularly drawn to drypoint etching, where mark-making, texture and the physical relationship between plate, ink and paper become central to the work.Through careful observation and experimentation, I explore the expressive potential of line, surface and repetition. My background in conservation continues to influence my approach, informing a close attention to craftsmanship, materials and the subtle traces created through process.
Biography
Samantha Foster is a British artist and educator. After completing a BA (Hons) in Furniture Conservation, she worked as a conservator of high class decorative art, paintings and antiquities, developing a detailed understanding of materials, surface and craftsmanship. She later completed an MA in the History of Art & Architecture at the University of Reading, expanding her engagement with theoretical dimensions of visual art.Samantha is currently a teacher of Art and Photography at secondary level, where for the past 16 years she has inspired young artists to explore creative expression through both traditional and digital media. She is now focusing on her own printmaking practice, particularly drypoint etching.