Georgina Gray
Born: 1976
Hometown: London
Based in: Singapore
Born: 1976
Hometown: London
Based in: Singapore
Georgina is half British, half Chinese and has spent most of her life in Singapore. After graduating from LaSalle College of the Arts and receiving her B.A. in advertising from RMIT University, she worked as a copywriter for twelve years before deciding to pursue her childhood dream of becoming an artist. Inspired by travel and wildlife, her paintings of abstract landscapes and animals in mad happy colours aim to bring a little sunshine into people's lives.
What inspires you?
Travel is my biggest inspiration. Exploring a new place jolts my mind out of its comfort zone and allows me to see everything with fresh eyes. I am also inspired by street art, nature, animals and conversations with kids.
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
Happy, whimsical, playful
Who are some artists that have influenced your work?
Henri Matisse
What is the most important tool when creating your work?
Music! It puts me in a good mood which I hope spills over onto my work.
What is the best piece of advice you have been given?
Be willing to fail, because that's the only way you can create anything new.
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Education
RMIT University
Australia, 1998
LaSalle College of the Arts
Singapore, 1995