Rae creates vibrant, expressive floral paintings that bring a fresh, bold energy to any space.
Meet the Artist
Born in the Suffolk and living in the York, Rae’s creative journey began in 2014 when she started life modelling at local art classes. This passion for drawing and studying the human form led her to pursue a Postgraduate degree in Fine Art at Leeds Arts University in 2020. Her work is deeply influenced by her love of history, including the 17th-century Dutch Golden Age, and the stories of women throughout history.
Rae is a painter whose work draws on the intricate beauty of 17th-century Dutch flower paintings, infused with a bold, contemporary twist. Using the classical techniques of the Dutch Golden Age as a reference, she creates expressive, abstract floral compositions that break free from tradition. By blending vibrant colour and dynamic brushwork, Rae breathes new life into the genre, making it feel fresh and relevant today.
Her approach is all about energy and emotion. Her paintings are more than just representations of flowers—they explore form, colour, and movement, capturing the essence and spirit of nature. Each piece invites viewers to experience a modern interpretation of the timeless beauty found in the natural world.
Her recent thesis, How Has the Role of the Woman Artist Changed Since 1900?, explores the struggles women artists have faced in gaining recognition, a fight that continues today. While drawing strength from the female experience, Rae also looks to male artists such as Henri Matisse, whose mastery of colour has had a lasting impact on her own work.
Through her paintings, Rae aims to evoke joy, intrigue, and a sense of individuality, offering a contemporary take on a classic tradition and inviting viewers to engage with the beauty of nature in a fresh, personal way.
Women Artists since 1900 Has their role changed?
This book brings to light the struggle women artists have faced in becoming recognised for their work, and the struggle that still goes on today Women Artists Since 1900 also looks to male artists as inspiration, citing Henri Matisse and his understanding of colour as a crucial influence on Rae George's practice. This text forms an excellent understanding of the role of gender in today's contemporary artworld through a critical understanding of our art histories.