George Rigby

Overview

George Rigby never studied in art school. Instead, his enthusiasm and understanding of art came principally through his mother, Annabel Playfair, an experienced artist in her own right, based in the Cotswolds, but also through his love of music which evokes a visual palette for his art. 

George Rigby Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama Installation (2021), Love Life Exhibition Bishopsgate (2021), Solo Exhibition (2024), Art for Youth (2025), RBA exhibition (2026), De Lazlo Foundation award winner (RBA 2026), Green & Stone Shortlist and Exhibitor (2026), BBA Artist Prize Shortlist (2026), Solo Exhibition: 27-28 November 2026, 15 Bateman Street, Soho, London. 

Works
  • George Rigby, Into The Mist, 2026
    George Rigby
    Into The Mist, 2026
    Charcoal on paper
    59cm x 84cm
  • George Rigby, Nude Study, 2025
    George Rigby
    Nude Study, 2025
    Charcoal on paper
    52cm x 74cm
Biography

George Rigby never studied in art school. Instead, his enthusiasm and understanding of art came principally through his mother, Annabel Playfair, an experienced artist in her own right, based in the Cotswolds, but also through his love of music which evokes a visual palette for his art. 

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Growing up surrounded by equestrian culture, George is often using the movement and individual character of horses to capture their emotions in his art. 

In fact, George's work is largely based on the hybrid concept. Alongside his art, 

George is currently studying music composition at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama and is constantly exploring effective ways to combine his music and art together.