Meet the bright and bold Jackie Green - a talented Contemporary Artist and Freehand Signwriter who calls Victoria's Mornington Peninsula home. Jackie's style is wonderfully eclectic and we had the best time hanging out in her studio and getting to know where she finds creative inspiration, what her creative process is and finding her authenticity. Enjoy!
Jackie works on our Corrine Flow Rug in Palm and wears our Chameli Cotton Resort Set
Q: What are some of the things that really spark your creativity? Do you find inspiration in nature, your home, or maybe something more personal, like your own experiences or the work of other artists?
I find inspiration in so many places, but living on the Mornington Peninsula, nature plays a huge role in sparking my creativity. The coastal landscapes, the changing colours of the sky, and the peacefulness of the water really influence my "Coastal Contemplation" series, where I use more muted tones and organic shapes to reflect the beauty of my surroundings. On the flip side, my urban-inspired works are fueled by the energy and vibrancy of city life—things like neon lights, typography, and street symbols inspire me. I think it’s a blend of these two worlds, nature and urban environments, that really drives my creativity. Other Factors include Travel and also emotion I love LOVE and to encourage positivity as well. I mix it up a little.
Image features our Candice resin board in Persimmon
Q: As an artist with a background in freehand sign writing, how has your experience with typography and custom signage shaped your approach to abstract art?
My background in freehand sign writing has had a big impact on my abstract art. Working with typography taught me precision and gave me an appreciation for the way letters and symbols can create a visual language. When I moved into abstract art, I found myself naturally incorporating those elements— I love Sign Ghosting and the history of it, I like my artwork to look like an old wall or an old billboard. I love using letters, shapes, and symbols—into my work. It’s become a way for me to merge structure with free-flowing creativity. The layering process I use in my paintings is very much influenced by Sign Ghosting and history of an old wall, or an old rock poster where you cannily see a snippet of what was once there. I often tie in romance in this too like a message someone wrote to their lover and now I do this with commissions I write quotes or words that mean something to them and I layer it into my artworks. This can be quite abstract and more expressive depending on the person.
Jackie wears our Chameli Cotton Resort Set
Q: The Sage x Clare Luna collection is full of unique, beautifully designed pieces. As an artist who’s surrounded by vibrant, tactile elements, do you have any favourite items from the collection? What are your top three must-have pieces, and how do they inspire or complement your work in the studio?
I love the energy and texture of the Sage x Clare Luna collection! Where do I start ALL OF IT. I LOVE LOVE pink and red together its my thing. The NISHA Range all of it. The bean bag, The Amata Oven mit, the very gorgeous co-ord sets. The resin is amazing for my workshops too the vases and soap dishes I use for my Business cards and the vases for my paint brushes, all the colours just pop in my studio and now my workshop table looks so pretty not like a typical art table. It’s about visual simulation, a fest for the eye EYE CANDY Galore.I’m always drawn to the textiles—their bold patterns and tactile quality really resonate with me. I think having those vibrant, textured pieces in my studio helps create an inspiring environment where I can be creative, and others can also be creative, I love the way the patterns interact with my paintings makes the space feel alive, and that energy complements my work perfectly. I also love to play with different textures. I love how Sage and Clare play on patterns.
Image features our Nisha Bean Bag in Chilli and Aloki Shag Cushion in Cinnamon
Q: You’re known for embracing bold, vibrant colours in your work. Was there a point in your artistic journey when you had to overcome any fear or hesitation about using colour so freely? How did you push through that, and what role does colour play in expressing the emotions or energy of your pieces?
Using bold colours has always felt natural to me, but I think there was a time early on when I questioned whether I should tone it down, especially when I started exploring more serene, coastal themes. But I realized that colour is essential to how I express emotion and energy in my work. Whether it’s the neon pinks and greens that capture the buzz of city life or the softer, natural tones that reflect the coastal landscapes I live in now, colour is my way of communicating mood and movement. Pushing through any hesitation came from trusting my instincts and letting the colours speak for themselves. I think also travelling and seeing the vibrancy or Palm Springs as well as Morocco although very different they have some similarities. They embrace colour and spirit
Image features our Venus resin bowl and Cecilia resin coaster
Q: Every artist faces challenges along the way—what would you say has been one of your biggest hurdles, and how did you navigate through it?
One of the biggest hurdles for me has been finding balance between the different influences in my work—my urban roots and the natural beauty of the Mornington Peninsula. It’s been a challenge to blend these two contrasting worlds into a cohesive style that feels true to me. But over time, I’ve learned to embrace both sides. I’ve realised that I don’t have to choose between them—they can coexist in my work in a way that feels authentic. That realisation has helped me move forward as an artist, letting both urban energy and coastal calm come through in my paintings. I also like to change things up now I’m creating a Lucky Cat series which incorporates my graphic design time, but also a playfulness. I like my artwork to be positive, funny or healing or just pretty on the eye.
Image features Nisha table cloth in Posy and Venus resin bowl
Thanks so much Jackie for sharing your beautiful insights with us. We absolutely adore your work and can't wait to see what incredible pieces you create next.