About Katie
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.
Katie has exhibited in major art hubs including London, Los Angeles, and New York. Her technique and artistic vision continue to position her as one of the most compelling young creators in contemporary art.
Featured in & Collaborations
Whispering Angel - September 2025
Atellior Interior Design, June 2025
CourtX - March 2025
Solo Exhibitions:
The Summer Collection - London, September 2025
Uncovering Wavism - London, February 2025
Group Exhibitions
Basic.Space Los Angeles - March 2026
Basic.Space New York - November 2025
J/M Gallery London - 2024
Sophie Tea Gallery, Emerging Artists London - 2023
