Frequently asked questions about Paintings.

Materials and approach.

Gemma works primarily in acrylic paint. Specifically, a range of Japanese acrylic gouache, for a faithful palette to nature and offering a full spectrum of deep, saturated pigment.

Following the flow, often at a pace, most of her colour mixing happens on the canvas and is part of the intuitive process. Painting is an expansion from decades of flowing, form drawing in sketchbooks, similar to calligraphy.

All paintings are created on premium linen or cotton canvas, stretched on high-quality, deep wooden frames.

Alongside acrylic, paintings may have ink, gold leaf, oil pastel and chalk. Every painting is sealed with several layers of mat acrylic varnish for preserving longevity and a stunning finish. 

Artist Statement

When I paint I follow the golden thread of instinct.

Following the flow beyond the literal and linear frameworks.

Painting becomes an empowered choice to step into the imaginal realm.

To swim in the deep self and enter the world of the symbolic and the mythic. The language of the soul.

How would you describe your artistic process?

The way I begin is to willingly enter a creative, dream-like trance. The first gesture contains the seed for the whole unfolding experience. 

Personal material, intermingled with deeper archetypal patterns. 

How do I choose the right one for me?

In the first instance feeling a pull towards a painting while browsing on the screen is the first sign of connection. Trusting internal guidance.

Do you offer your paintings framed?

Yes, by request.

My paintings are listed unframed.

Are your paintings signed?

Yes, on the front, right, lower corner you’ll find my initials GK and on the back of the canvas the painting is fully signed with the title.

What kind of packaging and delivery service do you use?

Paintings are professionally wrapped in secure, protective wrapping.

For delivery outside of the UK the canvas is packed into a wooden crate.

All delivery is tracked. Overseas shipping, please allow 10-14 days.

Is a smaller/larger version possible?

I offer high quality giclee prints in a range of sizes, both on canvas and textured etching paper.

My paintings are digitally scanned so they can be reproduced to twice the size or more of the original painting size.

Do you offer commissions?

Yes.

You’re welcome to contact me to discuss.

Do you offer prints?

Yes, I offer high-quality giclee prints of most of my original paintings.

Please contact me for details.