Business Details
Your Trusted Interior Design & Fine Art Studio in Saranac Lake
Georgeanne Gaffney is a nationally respected creative consultant with over 30 years of experience in interior design and fine art. Our studio specializes in crafting bespoke color and design narratives that weave cohesive, sophisticated stories through proprietary palettes, textures, and mood. We collaborate closely with clients, architects, and designers to deliver heirloom-quality environments that reflect individual visions while maintaining accountability and artistic integrity.Our expertise bridges construction and design, ensuring spaces nourish the soul while celebrating relationships with nature. With a background in science from Towson University, I bring analytical precision to creative solutions, supported by my husband Peter, a skilled artisan who crafts custom furniture and finishes. Our services span commercial and residential projects, emphasizing collaborative processes and elevated, imaginative spaces.
Services
Fine Art
Interior Design
Color Consulting
Decorative Finishes
Workshops
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in interior design and fine art.
- Our bespoke color stories create cohesive, imaginative spaces.
- We maintain collaborative, accountable relationships with clients and trades.
- Proprietary palettes and finishes ensure unique, elevated designs.
- Dual expertise in construction and artistic design informs practical creativity.
Services
Fine Art
Specializing in acrylic, watercolor, encaustic, and oil paintings, we craft dreamy, contemplative works layered with rich textures and glazes. Our art celebrates nature relationships through intimate observations of light and shadow, offering commissions for personalized heirloom pieces.
Interior Design
We develop bespoke color and design narratives tailored to client preferences, blending proprietary palettes with mood and texture. Our collaborative approach ensures spaces feel cohesive, sophisticated, and reflective of individual stories while maintaining functional elegance.
Color Consulting
Our proprietary color systems guide material and finish selections, creating harmonious environments. We analyze spatial contexts to recommend hues that enhance architectural features and evoke desired emotional responses through nuanced, layered applications.
Decorative Finishes
We apply specialized techniques to walls, furniture, and architectural elements, achieving aged, atmospheric effects. Services include hand-painted wallpapers, distressed woodwork, and custom finishes that add depth and character to interiors.
Workshops
We offer private and group lessons in acrylic, watercolor, and encaustic painting techniques. Workshops focus on developing personal artistic styles while mastering layering, glazing, and texture creation for both beginners and experienced artists.
People
Georgeanne Gaffney
Creative Consultant & Fine Artist
Nationally recognized artist and designer with 30+ years of experience. Combines scientific background with artistic vision to create heirloom spaces and award-winning paintings collected nationally.
Peter Hewes
Artisan & Furniture Maker
Talented carpenter and finish specialist collaborating on custom furniture and decorative elements. Brings technical expertise to material execution, ensuring alignment with design narratives and artistic integrity.
Questions
What services does Georgeanne Gaffney offer?
We provide fine art commissions, interior design, color consulting, decorative finishes, and painting workshops.
Can I schedule a consultation for design services?
Yes, contact us via phone or email to arrange an appointment at our Saranac Lake studio.
Do you accept out-of-state clients?
Yes, we collaborate nationally on commercial and residential projects with remote consultation options.
Are art classes available for beginners?
Yes, private and group workshops accommodate all skill levels in various painting techniques.
What inspires your design approach?
Our work blends artistic storytelling with practical design, emphasizing color psychology and natural light interactions.
