Siren

65 x 80 cm

Katie McGowan (1994) is a contemporary artist known for paintings that balance abstraction and form, defined by rich, tactile waves of oil and a dreamlike visual language. Built through layered strata of paint, each work has a sculptural sense of presence and an instantly recognisable style. Wavism is the visual language she has developed through years of independent exploration, drawing influences from Impressionism and Renaissance painting - particularly their approaches to light, structure, and form. It is an intuitive process where material, light, and emotion are inseparable. In 2025, she studied classical Renaissance techniques in Florence, deepening her understanding of colour, light, and composition. This added a new layer of intentionality to her practice, while preserving its instinctive foundation. Water remains a recurring thread throughout her work, mirroring the cyclical, fluid nature of the feminine.