The Artist Behind Art By Julia Vaughan

Discover the inspiration and passion that drives me to create my artwork.

This is ME
Artist Julia Vaughan, owner of Art By Julia Vaughan, smiles knowingly, with sparkling eyes.

Above: Julia Vaughan, Artist/Owner of Art By Julia Vaughan 

My

Inspiration & Passion

Specializing in expressive abstract art, I create work inspired by the beauty of the natural world and the wonders of the cosmos by combining geological inspiration with expressive abstraction.

 Each creation is crafted to hold imagined worlds, built through intuitive layers of vivid colour, dynamic contrasts of light and shadow, intricate sculptural detail, and textured dimension. 

My goal is to create art that encourages and rewards curiosity with discovery. Art that becomes an exploration of transformation, not only in contrast and colour, but in perspective and understanding.

 Artwork that reveals hidden details over time. Inviting you to slow down, look closer, and discover something new with each encounter.

 An invitation to find out what exists beyond our first perception, an exploration of the beauty that lies just beneath the surface and an active experience of discovery—one that evolves with changing light, perspective, and imagination.

Artwork that will draw you into it's depth's and spark your imagination.

To me, art is more than a visual experience. 

I believe art holds the possibility to be an active, living experience in your home.

Through its transformative duality, my work bridges two entirely different worlds: the serene, ethereal beauty of daylight and the electric, untamed mysteries of the cosmos at night. Making it, not just a painting but an experience to actively partake in over time.

Intentionally designed to encourage curiosity by rewarding prolonged observation with discovery, to inspire imagination through abstract exploration & symbolism, to entice a sense of wonder by evolving with changing light and to expand understanding of perception through transformation. 

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What Set's My Services & Artwork Apart?

My artwork stands out—particularly, due to its captivating glow in UV light, adding an extra dimension to its abstract designs.

By fusing traditional mixed-media textures with specialized phosphorescent and UV-reactive pigments, I create pieces that don't just sit on a wall—they transform your environment. When you look at my art, you are looking at a reminder that there is always a brilliant, hidden universe waiting to be uncovered just beneath the surface.

I use the space where colour, light, and darkness collide, to reveal high-contrast, complementary mediums of texture and colour - ultimately creating a dramatically dynamic, visual harmony within my work.

 Vivid contrasts of colour and texture add layered depth to my canvas, transforming it into a multi-dimensional universe that reveals hidden detail over time.

  Those minute details are a major part of the magic, so I carefully seal all of my work using epoxy resin, to ensure that the textured canvas will stay securely in place and keep it protected.

Below, are some mixed-media textures I commonly work with:

  • Gemstones
  • Marbles

  • Crystals (eg. Quartz)

  • Acrylic Gems, Beads & Buttons

  • Metallic Wire

  • Multi-Coloured Sand

  • Clay & Putty 

  • Beach Pebbles, Stones & Garden Rocks

  • Glitter & Sequins

  • Chain Links

  Delve deeper into my artwork..

Through my list of the top ten unique things about my work- which you will find on my Contact / FAQ's page, under the frequently asked question: "What makes Julia's Art unique?"  

click the link below to read my 'top 10 list' now:

Read FAQ 'What makes Julia's Art unique?"

In addition to my gallery of original artworks - I also offer custom commission services, collaborating closely with my clients to design personalized artwork, using their preferences and creative choices to create a custom painting tailored to fit their style and space.

Art that reflects their own story from within.

Experience Custom Artwork and discover the beauty of handcrafted, expressive abstraction,

 and let your story 

become part of the canvas.

The Duality of Light and Shadow

Fiery reds and vibrant greens against rich dark tones with highlights of gold throughout.
An electrifying display of neon colors, with intense purples, fuchsias, and greens glowing vividly.

 My Foundation 

& Personal Mission

I began my artistic journey in remembrance of my Mother, who was an Artist herself, as a way of navigating my life without her in it. I turned to painting in the hopes of feeling connected to her, and to celebrate the profound influence she had on my life.

Her legacy ignited my passion for creative expression, forming the foundation of everything I do, and continues to shape my work, inspiring me every day, driving me to create art that others feel connected to, art that resonates deeply with those who've experienced it first hand.

 Since I turned to painting as a way to honour my Mother's memory and process my grief, each piece created during that time of my life, reflects my personal journey in many ways. Each painting has it's own story behind it and within it, but it's story doesn't end and eventually it becomes part of another story.

"The swirling colours, layered textures, and dynamic compositions are expressions of love, healing, and the profound beauty that can emerge from loss" - JV

My work is not just about what we see, but, about what we feel—

Starting as very personal mission, to transform my emotions of loss into something beautiful, a celebration of the connections that shape us, the memories that linger, and the stories we carry forward.

  My art starts with expression of emotion.

The swirling movement of paints and placement of mixed-media, that I often use in my artwork, feels almost like all those emotions taking physical form—chaotic at times, yet somehow finding its own balance.

I paint to capture the idea of discovering what exists beyond our first perception, to explore the fleeting stillness of life’s most profound moments, and create art that tells a story, connects and endures. 

The surface is only the beginning.

My artwork has many symbolic layers.

I use space and geology, as the visual language, while exploring subjects deeply connected with human nature. I explore the duality of light & shadow, symbolizing harmony within chaos and the dynamic energy created by high-contrast forces of nature, that co-exist to bring balance to our lives.

 Exploring the journey that leads us to the discovery of transformation, lies at the heart of Art By Julia Vaughan.

If my art speaks to you- explore my full collection -here- Shop original artworks & custom commissions, and bring transformation to your space. 

Illuminate your world through the creative energy of abstract expressionism, with an exclusive piece from 

Art By Julia Vaughan.

Ready to Illuminate Your Space?

Contact Julia Vaughan today to discuss your custom artwork needs and bring illuminating energy into your home or office -> find more information on custom commissions, below.