Georgie Turner

The British countryside is a powerful force of nature, often unyielding and relentless, but forgiving and generous. When someone thinks about the countryside, they might immediately think of rolling green fields, but what I love to explore are the wildlife, domestic animals and humans that live and connect with rural Britain. 

One of the best things about countryside living is that people have a mutual respect for the natural world and are passionate about protecting it, often because nature will have played a role in their childhood in one form or another. 

My art seeks to connect the viewer with the outdoors through typical aspects of country living; symbolic British wildlife, traditional heritage clothing, muddy wellies and wet dogs, country pursuits such as horse riding and shooting. It aims to resonate with someone who has memories of the countryside, giving a touch of sentiment when the art reminds them of a horse they once had or when they spotted a roe deer. When the viewer steps in from the wind and rain and warms up with a cup of tea, I want my art to remind them of why they love being in the countryside.

I like to draw and paint from unique perspectives, never revealing the full scene which allows the viewer to finish the artwork with their own imagination, which I hope ignites a curiosity for the subject that is being explored. This contemporary twist on conventional countryside sporting art is a way of keeping traditions alive in the modern world, allowing next generations to be inspired to explore the outdoors.

My art is about realism, finding the truth and honesty in a subject in a way which resonates with the viewer. It never sways too far from the natural, earthy tones that are familiar to the British countryside, however you may find a dash of gold leaf which represents my adoration for the monarchy, another symbol of Britain and traditionalism.