Artbymejwg

Over 10 Years, 2,000+ Artworks, and a Lifelong Passion for Colour and Imagination

I’ve always believed that art isn’t just something you hang on a wall — it’s something you feel.

Over the past decade, I’ve painted thousands of works that explore nature, emotion, and the imagination — each one an adventure through colour, texture, and storytelling.

From humble beginnings painting late at night after long days of landscaping, to now creating full-time in my Melbourne studio, this journey has been anything but ordinary. More than 3,000 of my artworks have found homes across Australia and around the world — in private collections, designer interiors, and spaces that celebrate creativity and connection.

My Inspiration

Nature has always been my muse — the wild landscapes of Australia, the ocean reefs, rainforests, and vast outback skies. My art is a reflection of that world: bold, layered, and alive with movement. Each painting begins as a feeling — a sense of place, a memory, or even a dream — and evolves through dozens of layers until it tells its own story.

Using texture, colour, and light, my goal is to immerse individuals in dreamlike settings — fostering feelings of serenity, inspiration, and connection to something greater than themselves.

The Journey

My creative path began at just 5 years old, with a paintbrush in one hand and a shovel in the other. Before becoming a full-time artist, I worked as a landscape designer and horticulturalist, designing gardens and outdoor spaces that connected people to nature. That same love of balance, composition, and natural beauty now flows through every painting I create.

Through the years, I’ve gained a devoted group of collectors, Showcased in prominent galleries throughout Australia, and established my digital gallery artbymeJWG, expanding the reach of my original works and limited editions to audiences well beyond the confines of the studio walls. A sentiment for which I am forever grateful.

This journey has been about more than just art — it’s been about persistence, passion, and building something that others can feel part of.

Today

I now create full-time from my studio on the outskirts of the Yarra Valley, Chirnside Park, where each piece is created over several weeks and some times months, photographed, and prepared for collectors across the globe.

Every artwork is an invitation — to pause, imagine, and feel. Whether it’s a large-scale statement piece or a limited edition print, my goal is to bring warmth, energy, and emotion into your home.

Expressing thanks for your participation in this artistic expedition — 10 years devoted to creativity. With eager anticipation, I embark on the daily journey of painting and creating, aspiring to achieve recognition as a globally esteemed artist. In the meantime, I find joy in the artistic process and revel in the daily presence within the studio.

— Jonathan W. Gemmell (JWG)

Artist | Creator | Dopamine Releaser