Amy Sawyer (1863 – 1945): A Visionary of Folklore and Female Strength Amy Sawyer (1863 – 1 October 1945) was a British painter, illustrator, and playwright who flourished in the Arts & Crafts movement. Born in East Grinsted, West Sussex, Sawyer’s life was marked by artistic dedication, personal hardship, and a profound engagement with themes of mythology, fairy tales, and the portrayal of courageous women—elements that permeate her di…