When the world paused in 2021, Abby Fortin immersed herself in artistic exploration, channelling her creativity into vibrant paintings as a form of expression. As the world gradually reopened post-pandemic, so too did her artistry.
What began with fluid art using her hands and bursts of compressed air to guide paint across the canvas, soon blossomed into a diverse body of work.
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Abby’s style has grown to include colourful abstract compositions, intricate geometric designs, and vivid depictions of sea life.
There is an undeniable pull to her painting Underwater Lagoon — a quiet complexity that draws the viewer in.
With each viewing, attention shifts across the canvas, revealing new details that may have gone unnoticed at first.
This layered experience is characteristic of Abby’s broader body of work, which consistently invites mindful engagement and reveals deeper layers over time.
Many have come across the self-taught artist’s vibrant abstract works in exhibitions across the Goulburn Valley, from Shepparton Art Museum to Echuca’s Custom House Gallery.
“I’m simply grateful to be able to continue painting,” Abby reflects.
“Continuing to be creative and seeing my work displayed whether in galleries or private collections — gives me a profound sense of gratitude and accomplishment.”
Abby commenced her painting practice in 2021.
Balancing the responsibilities of being a mother of four with her career as a dedicated neonatal nurse, she finds solace in her creative practice.
“Painting allows me to slow down,” she explains.
“Life moves at such a fast pace, but my studio remains a space of calm and reflection.”
Experimentation and an evolving style have provided Abby with a strong foundation for refining her skills and advancing her artistic expression.
With each piece, she pushes the boundaries of her artistic growth, skilfully incorporating movement into her composition and adding rich texture through her use of paintbrushes and palette knives.
Some are spontaneous.
Others are carefully commissioned.
But of course, colour remains a defining and constant element in her work.
“While I explore various styles, continuous celebration of vibrancy remains at the heart of my work,” she said.
