Matt Tommey

Matt Tommey is a world-class sculptural basketry artist who works in Asheville, North Carolina's River Arts District. Since the early 1990's, Matt has created art baskets that are more art than basket as he primarily uses southern invasive plant species like kudzu and many others. Matt is also a leader in the contemporary craft movement, having served on the board of the National Basketry Organization and the River Arts District. He is a popular teacher and speaker around the world as well as...See more

Matt Tommey is a world-class sculptural basketry artist who works in Asheville, North Carolina's River Arts District. Since the early 1990's, Matt has created art baskets that are more art than basket as he primarily uses southern invasive plant species like kudzu and many others. Matt is also a leader in the contemporary craft movement, having served on the board of the National Basketry Organization and the River Arts District. He is a popular teacher and speaker around the world as well as author of 3 other books including Unlocking the Heart of the Artist, Crafting Your Brand and Creativity According to the Kingdom. See less