Julie Gilroy is an abstract artist, who is driven by a bold love of colour and form, exploring both textile and coloured pencil mediums. Originally from England, she is now based in Brisbane, Australia.

Julie studied design at Buckinghamshire Art College, discovering her affinity for textiles and knitwear, and began a career as a fashion designer for major brands around the globe. She has since grown her art practice through numerous private commissions and exhibited in both group and solo shows.

Her abstract work centres around the exploration of life’s paths, experiences, and support structures. Colourful, graphic shapes and spaces symbolise the forces, layers, and complexity of our lives.Pursuing her passion for pattern and texture, Julie has developed techniques across various mediums.