A young woman with long blonde hair and light skin, sitting indoors, holding a paintbrush near her face, wearing a black top and gray jeans, with a guitar hanging on the wall and a white brick fireplace in the background.

Gertrude

Genovese

gertrudegeno@gmail.com

Hi I’m Gertie, a multidisciplinary artist and designer based in Toronto. I create art based on feeling and observation while exploring the balance between beauty and the grotesque.

Gertrude Genovese

Visual Artist & Fashion Designer

Available for Purchase

Albright Denim Shorts

$260.00

Part of the Spring/Summer 2026 Nobilis Capsule Collection.

This piece is a one of a kind sample issue. No other copies will be made following the collection release.

Size: 32” Waist, 12” Inseam

Material: 100% Cotton Twill Denim, Aluminum button details

Marigolds

$110.00

This 6 piece series is based on my interpretation of Marigold by Nirvana. Together, they depict the circle of life as shown through a single marigold.

4”x6” Oil on Board

Not for sale individually

Down In a Hole

$480.00

Inspired by the Alice in Chains song Down in a Hole. The bird in utero is a reference to the lyrics “I’d like to fly but my wings have been so denied'“ and “bury me softly in this womb”

16” x 20” Oil on Canvas

Jack Rugby Polo

$200.00

Part of the Spring/Summer 2026 Nobilis Capsule Collection.

This piece is a one of a kind sample issue. No other copies will be made following the collection release.

Size: Medium, 20” Across the Chest, 34” Sleeve, 25” From shoulder to hem

Material: 100% Cotton Jersey

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Gallery

A woman with dark hair and intense eyes is partially depicted in black and white. Her head appears to be opened by someone wearing white gloves, revealing a head interior filled with pink, brain-like lumps. The gloves are stained red, and the overall

Collection of colorful animal-themed illustrations displayed on a wall.

A dreamy fantasy scene of a woman with long brown hair surrounded by lush green leaves and vibrant pink and yellow flowers.

Open pomegranate with a string of white pearl beads draped over it on a white background.

A vibrant still life painting of assorted fruits and vegetables, including tomatoes, oranges, a lime, and a green bell pepper, arranged on black and silver foil with a bright teal background.

A decorative embroidery piece in a circular wooden frame featuring a woman with long brown hair, wearing a blue and white floral dress, set against a blue background with floral embroidery.

Painting of a woman with medium brown hair surrounded by orange fruit and green leaves, with a dark background.

Painting of a woman with short hair, sitting on a stool, with her head resting on her hands, against a neutral background. The painting uses soft colors and a loose style.

Portrait of a woman with a large red feathered headdress, wearing a revealing red beaded dress and gloves, smiling and looking to the side against a black background.

A metal staircase leading down into a dark, wet basement or underground space with concrete walls flooding with water.

A black and white sketch of a woman sitting with her eyes closed, resting her face on her hand, set against a background of musical notes and sheet music.

A colorful line drawing of two women smiling and leaning their foreheads together, with vibrant streaks of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple in their hair and background.

White sculpture bust of a woman with detailed hair and facial features, set against a gradient dark background.

A black and white ink drawing of a woman with long hair lying down, with her head tilted back and eyes open. The drawing features detailed line work and cross-hatching for shading.

A circular painting of a young woman with long brown hair and blue eyes, holding two bbq ribs near her mouth with a mountainous landscape in the background.

Collage of hand-drawn sketches of women, some colored and some in black and white, surrounded by colorful patterned paper and cutouts of fruits like grapefruit, with decorative vinyl records and paint splashes.

Crumpled one-dollar bill hanging from red string above a pile of pennies on a white surface.

A colorful abstract painting of three women laughing and celebrating, with vibrant yellow, orange, and red hues, and a radiant sun or halo behind their heads, all set against a textured background with torn paper elements.

Painting on cardboard of a woman applying lipstick while looking into a mirror, with her reflection showing her smiling face, wearing a pearl necklace.

A realistic pencil drawing of a woman with her face partially covered by her hand, revealing one eye.

Close-up of a silver metallic sculpture resembling a stack of sheets or a block, placed on a shiny, reflective surface against a black background.

A colorful painting of a group of five people, including three women, one man, and a girl, all wearing sunglasses and engaging in activities like drinking and talking around a table.

An oil painting of three people at a dinner table with red background. The woman in the center is holding a magazine and engaging with the man to her right, who is leaning towards her. The man on the left is holding a glass of red wine.

A black and white artwork of a woman holding a clock in front of her face that displays the time 11:55. The woman has long wavy hair and is wearing a sleeveless top.

Collection of artistic illustrations of animals and fruits on colorful backgrounds, including a rabbit, a fig, a horse, a snake, a strawberry, a pumpkin, an apple, a heart-shaped lollipop, and two cats.

Arrangement of yellow orchids in vases, grapes, candles, and decorative rocks on a table draped with red fabric.

Two oyster shells on a silver tray with two opened oysters inside, and a piece of cured meat next to the tray.

A woman with blonde hair in braids holding popcorn and a soda, sitting on a blue plush blanket, smiling at the camera.

Toy hammer and broken ceramic cup on a white surface.

A painting of a raw steak on a decorative plate with a glass of red wine nearby, on a wooden table. Two hands with jewelry are visible, one holding a fork and the other resting on the table, with paper cutouts of flies around the steak.

Colorful art prints of fruits, insects, and a skull on a white wall.

Black and white ink drawing of two women, one with a bun, kissing each other on the lips, with exaggerated facial features and large eyes.

Illustration of a woman wearing a blue headscarf and yellow swimsuit, holding a young child in a yellow hoodie with curly hair, against a backdrop with the words 'Las Vegas' and 'interview' written. The scene depicts a moment of closeness and affecti

A box of matchsticks labeled 'Drama Starters' with fires on the ends and a few matchsticks burned, some with blackened tips.

A close-up of a realistic oil painting depicting a human figure holding a realistic human brain with various fruits, including lemon and grapes, placed on the head and hand, with dramatic lighting and detailed textures.

A woman with brown hair is sitting in a yellow rocking chair, knitting with green yarn. She is wearing a blue dress and a green scarf and slippers. There are green and yellow curtains, a night window with stars and a full moon outside, and a yellow s

A watercolor illustration of five sailors on a ship, some with nautical uniforms and accessories, with a woman in the background on a ladder.

Collections

Close-up view of an oil painting depicting three women with vintage hairstyles, wearing makeup, and kohl-lined eyes, set against a red background with white flower accents.

A close-up of an oyster shell on a metallic surface, with pearls and some crushed material around it, partially covering a red, textured surface underneath.

A close-up of a heartfelt portrait painting of a woman with blue eyes and brown hair, with detailed brushstrokes and textured canvas visible.

Group of six young men posing for photos in a photo studio with a plain white backdrop, along with photographers and onlookers.

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Creative Direction
apparel Design

A woman with long blond hair and bangs appears focused as she paints on a palette, holding a paintbrush in her hand. She is sitting at a table with art supplies covered in her painting materials.

Fashion designer and multidisciplinary artist inspired by nostalgia, observation, and contradictions. I transform familiar forms into thoughtful, wearable designs that create emotional connections.

Commissions are open, please fill out a form in my storefront if you’re interested.

Latest Project

Feast (Aug 2026)

Painting & Sculpture Installation

Experience

The Genesis Paradox, 2025; Anmol Handa Atelier, 2026

Fashion Art Toronto

Visual Artist for AWT, 2026

Rchive

Production Intern, 2026

Project Runway CA

Design Intern, 2026

Sagradesa

Visual Artist, Present

Brainscramble Mag

Alterations Apprentice, Present

Mrs. P Stitches