Meet the artist: Georgie Harrison Part Two

What are your hobbies outside of painting?

When she isn't painting, Georgie enjoys salsa dancing, running, and paddle boarding in the Cornish sea—often encountering curious seals along the way!

The ocean is her sanctuary—slowing time, clearing the mind, and sparking creative energy that translates into her coastal artwork.

How do you paint water so realistically?

Painting the sea requires an understanding of light, depth, and movement. Georgie begins by blocking in dark ocean tones, layering sky reflections, and using textured highlights to bring the scene to life.

She often skips sketching, favouring a direct, expressive method. Breaks help her assess colours and details with fresh eyes.

Read Georgie's full technique for painting water reflections >

Featuring: Rippling Tide Framed Print – 490 x 615 mm, £60 >

Favourite artist tool?

'Frog Tape'—Georgie's go-to for achieving crisp, clean horizon lines in her seascapes. No more messy edges or colour bleed.

What do you think about when creating art?

Each painting is a memory relived. Georgie recalls the moment she captured her reference photo—the light, the sounds, the feeling—and translates that emotion onto the canvas.

What does a day in your artist life look like?

Her days start with a run by the Cornish coast, followed by emails, tea, and hours of uninterrupted painting. She balances creativity with managing her online shop, blog, and social media presence.

Any fun stories behind your art?

Georgie painted A Sunny Day at Wheal Coates over FaceTime with her mum and grandma during lockdown. It became a weekly ritual of coffee, connection, and creativity.

Shop 'A Sunny Day at Wheal Coates' Framed Print

What do you listen to while painting?

Georgie listens to inspiring podcasts like The Diary of a CEO and Happy Place to stay motivated and mindful while creating.

Upcoming exhibitions?

None currently—but keep an eye on Georgie’s website and Instagram for updates on new collaborations and events.