Georgie Wilson is a digital collage painting artist who creates vivid, layered works that blend technology and traditional painting in a way that’s entirely her own.
Her pieces have found their way into the homes of collectors, interior designers, and architects. And once you see them, it’s easy to understand why. We sat down with Georgie to hear her story, peek inside her process, and discover a secret she hides in every single painting.
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Georgie has led a creative career that’s taken some serious detours.
“My resume isn’t stock standard!” laughs Georgie. “I spent years in design. Everything from corporate branding (yawn!) to designing Star Wars undies (yes, truly!).
“Another highlight was being flown around the world for Ed Hardy, painting murals in their stores which was wild. It was a really cool time but ultimately I wanted do something a little more hands on… and that didn’t turn out to be art straight away.
“My big pivot happened at 28 when I opened a day spa (in an old brothel in Port Melbourne — I don’t do anything the easy way!). I had no idea what I was doing and it didn’t end in the best way. But I did learn a lot about running a business.
“From there, I worked at L’Oréal and then came the biggest plot twist of all. I accidentally had a baby at 45! I went on mat leave and thought, ‘Great, I’ve got some down time… I’ll have an art exhibition.’
“And that’s when my art career truely began. I told you it wasn’t straightforward!”
Georgie’s process as a digital collage painting artist is where things get genuinely fascinating.
“Every work starts on screen, using my graphic design background to layer colour, texture, pattern and landscape elements at speed,” Georgie explains.
“I love tech for that as I’m really impatient. Once I have an idea, I want to explore it fast! Once a composition clicks, I transfer that digital vision to canvas. And that’s when the pace shifts completely.
“This is the part that is super slow and meticulous. It challenges me to work this way because I want everything finished yesterday. For this reason, the start and end of each painting are my favourite bits.”
Inspiration for Georgie’s artwork arrive from everywhere at once.
“I get inspired everywhere from scrolling socials, a meme, the name of a book, the sticker I see on my kids’ bike. It’s a bit overwhelming sometimes!” she says.
“I’d love to be one of those cool artists who throws paint onto a blank canvas and just creates something random, but that’s not me. I think to combat the creative chaos and overwhelm of my day-to-day, I’m a planner… otherwise I’d completely lose it!
“At the end of the day, my work is beautifully simple. Stuff that has a little story and starts conversations.
I just want it to feel like a holiday for your walls.
There’s a hidden, heartfelt surprise in every single one of Georgie’s artworks.
“When I was little, I lived with my grandparents for a bit,” Georgie tells us. “Their house was wonderfully, chaotically 70s and I guess it rubbed off on me because I still love that kind of kitch.
“Rattan was everywhere. It felt like summer, beach holidays, and magic. So I hide a tiny piece of rattan in every single painting. A memory… a little luck… a little woo woo.
“Most collectors find it right away… some don’t even know it’s there.
“I feel very lucky to do what I do for a living. I’m so grateful that I often get lots of lovely messages so I know that my art really brings people a lot of joy. What more could you want out of life?”
It was an absolute joy to chat with Georgie Wilson and discover the world of colour, humour, and craft behind her work. To see more of her paintings (and search for more rattan!) and give her a follow on Instagram.
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