Amanda Macleod:

Born in 1968 in Hertfordshire, England

Resides and works in Essex, England

Selected exhibitions:

2025, O.S.D.1 (solo exhibition), Essex, England.

Collections:

Amanda Macleod features in various national and international collections

Contact Details:

Studio: 41 St Michaels Drive, Roxwell, Essex

Website: www.amandamacleod.art

Email: amanda@amandamacleod.art

Phone +44 (0) 7796893392

Amanda Macleod, born in 1968 in Hertfordshire and now based in Essex, has long been recognized as a highly skilled cake designer, with an illustrious career that has earned her national and international awards. Over the years, her creative talents have transcended the world of edible art, guiding her toward a new venture into fine art.

Amanda’s early foray into the world of cake design set the stage for her remarkable journey as an artist. Her cakes became known for their intricate detailing, imaginative concepts, and meticulous craftsmanship, which quickly garnered attention from both the public and professional circles. Through her innovative designs, she won a series of prestigious awards, cementing her reputation in the culinary art world.

However, Amanda’s creative spirit could not be confined to the world of cake design alone. Inspired by her years of sculpting in sugar and fondant, she began experimenting with various other mediums, exploring painting, sculpture, and mixed-media art. Drawing on her background in design and craftsmanship, she approached her new artistic endeavours with the same passion and precision that had earned her accolades in cake decorating.

Today, Amanda’s work is an exciting fusion of the meticulousness and flair that marked her cake designs, yet it conveys a new depth and freedom found within the traditional and contemporary art realms. With her unique background, she approaches her pieces with a rich understanding of texture, form, and colour, creating works that challenge the boundaries between edible and fine art.

Now, as an artist, Amanda Macleod is embarking on a new chapter in her creative career, one where the worlds of sculpture, painting, and design converge. Her work stands as a testament to the beauty of evolution and reinvention, a journey that has taken her from the kitchen to the gallery, always driven by a passion for creativity and craftsmanship.