Gabrielle May in her studio surrounded by artwork and painting supplies

I’m Gabrielle May — an artist creating a compelling fusion of abstract compositions, expressive figurative forms, and bold typographic statements.

My work is where energy meets reflection. Where emotion becomes form. And where creativity always leads the way.

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MY STORY Creative Vision

Where it all began

I grew up surrounded by wide horizons, salty air, and the freedom of endless space.

Western Australia gave me a love for nature, movement, and quiet reflection.

It’s where I first picked up charcoal and filled sketchbooks with emotion.

Urban rhythm & creative pulse

Melbourne pushed me to explore boldness — in life and in my work.

The energy of the city, the art scene, and music gave my style a raw, expressive edge.

It’s where I leaned into chaos, contrast, and neo-expressionism.

Return to flow

Now based in Torquay, the ocean breathes space and softness into my art again.

Here, I balance emotion with stillness — continuing to create from intuition, and letting music, light, and movement lead the way.

  • Gabrielle May painting in her studio
  • Gabrielle May working on a pink abstract canvas
  • Gabrielle May in studio with colorful artwork
  • Gabrielle May beside finished artworks in studio

Creative Practice Style

Turquoise abstract painting
Abstract
Figurative monochrome artwork
Figurative
Typographic expression artwork
Typographic
Turquoise abstract painting

Media Publication

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Gabrielle May seated in her studio holding a French bulldog beside vibrant paintings

In a recent feature by Geelong Advertiser, I shared the story behind my creative journey – from painting in my childhood bedroom to building a full-time art career.

My passion spans abstract expressionism, bold typography, and raw emotional forms – a reflection of both chaos and freedom.