Hilza Studio by Hilary Stephens

Melbourne, Australia.

Hi, I’m Hilary - the artist behind Hilza Studio.  I am self taught when it comes to art, as my education and background is in architecture which deeply informs my art practice. My work explores colour, light and spatial energy, through abstract colours and subtle, sometimes bold - forms. I think of each artwork as a love letter to the viewer, as colour has the ability to completely shift how we see and feel.

Studying architecture changed how I see the world — in so many scales, from the way in which we live at home,  to the rhythm of an entire city. It has taught me how deeply our surroundings shape us. Now, I bring that same awareness to my art: how it feels in a room, how it shifts energy, how it invites you in.

Inspiration comes in many forms, but my greatest is to travel, one of life’s greatest privileges — to see the world, to be expanded by its architecture, food, culture, people and colour. Every city has its own rhythm, its own palette, its own energy. To be able to capture a sensory energy and feeling of another place, is where the magic lies for me.

What started as a side project from my one-bedroom apartment has grown into something global. I am so proud to have my art in homes all around the world!

I am currently working on a new collection for my first international exhibition in Spain, and working on large scale resin pieces. Prints will always be a focus at Hilza Studio - they are how I started and how I’ve built this beautiful community. Making art more accessible is important to me - we need more colour in more homes!

I love for my work to inspire you in your everyday, to go after your dreams.

Thank you for being on this beautiful journey with me, I cannot wait to see what continues to unravel.