The Art of Presence
Julia Lawall invites you into a world where vibrant textures and fluid acrylics tell stories of natural rhythms and inner landscapes. Her practice explores how light meets layered surfaces—stucco, pigment, and subtle metallic touches that echo the warm tones of autumn.
She paints to slow time: where texture lets light linger, and colour invites silence.
If a piece awakens something in you, it now belongs to both of us.
I am
Julia Lawall
My artistic journey began in 2020, rooted in the meditative practice of mandalas and an exploration of self-balance and flow. This early discipline cultivated a deep understanding of intrinsic patterns and energy.
Life’s profound shifts, including motherhood and a transatlantic move from Portugal to Italy, became fertile ground for artistic transformation. These experiences naturally led me to a new visual language, exploring the tactile beauty of textures and the dynamic movement of acrylics on canvas.
My recent work, including challenging larger-scale pieces, pushes the boundaries of perception, inviting viewers to experience art not just visually, but also texturally.
I work slowly, letting each ridge settle before the next stroke so the canvas keeps the memory of every gesture. I paint full-time from my studio near Rome and release only a handful of originals at a time.
Whether you’re looking for an existing piece or a custom-sized commission, I’m happy to talk materials, colours, and the story you want a work to tell.