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Erin Reinboth

Erin Reinboth is an Australian contemporary artist and intuitive abstract painter based on Victoria’s Surf Coast.rn

Artist Profile

Erin Reinboth is an Australian contemporary artist and intuitive abstract painter based on Victoria’s Surf Coast.

Drawing profound inspiration from the vibrant world of color, Erin’s work is a dynamic exploration of texture, mark-making, and bold palettes. Her paintings channel the beauty of her surroundings and personal experiences, brought to life through expressive layers and experimental line work that evoke both energy and emotion.

Her art, realized as colorscapes or landscapes, captures the energy of movement, the interplay of textures, and the intrigue of unexpected color combinations. Each piece invites viewers to immerse themselves in a sensory journey filled with contemplation and emotion.

Erin holds a Bachelor of Visual Arts (Painting major) from the University of South Australia and a Bachelor of Textile Design (Print major) from RMIT University in Melbourne. With over 17 years of artistic practice, she has exhibited widely in solo shows and art fairs, including Fitzroy’s Sol Gallery, iconic Greenhouse Interiors, and The Affordable Art Fair, among others, earning recognition for her instinctive and expressive style.

Beyond her studio practice in Torquay, Erin’s background as a Studio Manager, Textile Designer, and Trend Forecaster in Melbourne’s fashion industry has enriched her artistic perspective. This experience has seamlessly merged with her art practice, leading to exclusive collaborations with iconic Australian retailer Adairs and global tech accessory brand The Dairy.

Erin’s work is a celebration of color, texture, and the joy of artistic expression. Whether through her intuitive paintings or collaborations, she strives to add color and joy to the world, inviting others to experience the vibrant energy and emotional depth that her art conveys.

Artist Interview

What medium do you work with, and why have you chosen them?

I work with acrylic paints, impasto, and oil stick on canvas. I’m absolutely besotted with our connection to colour, and these materials allow me to express that relationship fully. The use of impasto and oil stick for mark making and layering gives my work texture and depth, allowing the colours to interact in ways that feel both rich and tactile. These mediums are my way of capturing the nuances of emotion and experience, building layers that speak to the complexity of our connection with colour.

How does your artwork get from initial concept to exhibition stage?

My process is intuitive and fluid. I start with some initial sketches and colour play, but a lot is not planned—it's the process itself that shapes the work. I allow the individual artwork to guide me, building lush layers of acrylic and impasto, the energy and gestures of brush and oil stick strokes. The connection to colour is key, and I let it dictate the flow. The journey from initial idea to finished piece is dynamic, and it’s the exploration and adjustments along the way that make the work feel complete. I like to sit on works, view them, meditate in them, and get lost in them. That’s when I know they are ready.

Can you tell us a little more about your creative working environment/studio?

I work out of a delightful cottage studio in an arts precinct in Torquay, surrounded by about 20 other creatives. Honestly, an artist's haven with rolling hills filled with nature and serenity. My space is messy—in the best way—filled with paint, pencils, oils, and sketchbooks scattered across every surface. It’s a colourful chaos where ideas come to life. I usually kick off the day with a bit of a boogie, then dive into the creative flow, letting the energy of the space fuel my work. It’s my happy place, where I can play, experiment, and just get lost in the magic of making.