Lordy Dordie Blog

🎨 Art Licensing vs Surface Pattern Design: The Difference Every Australian Artist Should Understand If you’re an Australian Artist or Creative dreaming of seeing your artwork on products — fabric, homewares, stationery, apparel — you’ve probably come across the terms art licensing and surface pat...

Discover Christmas workshops in Brisbane with artist Georgie Forbes — fun, beginner-friendly classes painting ornaments & festive watercolour cards.

Discover how to take your artwork from paper to pattern in Painting to Pattern LIVE — a one-day online workshop for beginners, makers, quilters, teachers, carers, and creatives of all kinds. Learn to paint motifs, create simple analogue repeats, and digitise your designs for fabric, stationery, a...

Book Your Spot Join me, Australian artist Georgie Forbes (Lordy Dordie) for The Colourful Path to Creativity, a 10-day art retreat in France at the stunning Périgord Retreats, Midi-Pyrénées. From 16–25 September 2026, immerse yourself in painting, colour, and connection while enjoying French food...

Dates: 31 May – 6 June 2026Location: The Enclave, Winnaleah (North-East Tasmania) Spend five inspiring days in Tasmania’s breathtaking northeast at The Enclave, a charming 100-year-old hotel filled with rustic elegance. Led by artists Georgie Forbes and Rachael King, you’ll explore florals, por...

Wide Blue Yonder: A Colourful Collaboration Between Lordy Dordie & Maiocchi

Social Butterfly: A Bold and Beautiful Fashion Collaboration with Maiocchi

Hi, I’m Georgie Forbes — a colour-loving Brisbane artist, surface pattern designer, creative mentor, and the founder of Lordy Dordie.

Join Me at the Colori Flori Summit – A Creative Journey into Colour, Florals & Joyful Art! 🎨🌸 Are you ready to reignite your creativity and dive into a world bursting with colour, florals, and artistic joy? 💐 Then I’m thrilled to invite you to join me and a host of international artists for ...

Introduction Get ready to sparkle this Christmas with our brand new bright and colourful women's clothing collection! Dive into a world of vibrant prints and playful designs that'll make you instantly happy and joyful. From colourful swing dresses with pockets perfect for holiday parties to comfy...

Nestled in the heart of Queensland’s stunning Noosa region, the Painting to Pattern Art Retreat by Lordy Dordie offers an unforgettable experience for artists and surface pattern designers of all levels. If you’ve ever dreamed of transforming your artistic passion into captivating surface pattern...

This 2024 Christmas season, discover the perfect gifts for the creative people in your life with Lordy Dordie's collection of unique art supplies and fashion pieces. Looking for Christmas gift ideas in 2024? We've curated a delightful selection that's sure to spark creativity among your friends ...