Marilyn Fontaine

About Marilyn Fontaine

Marilyn J Fontaine is an East London-based mixed-media artist who creates magical, intense narratives with mystical and cultural overtones.

Marilyn’s work is often intense, bold, juxtaposed and ironic with strong cultural references and an ethereal aesthetic. The artist feels strongly connected to nature, ritual, community, and the human experience.

Her work embodies esoteric and human cultural themes including human values, heritage and our connection and relationship to each other and something greater. Marilyn’s work also connects and engages the public, provokes discussion and creates an inward dialogue due to the personal nature of her work.

Marilyn is currently exploring audio, film and larger-size paintings as part of her current artistic practice.

Newham has such a diverse community and a history of vibrant and creative socially conscious creatives who lived and worked here. With a constantly changing landscape due to regeneration, our stories and history are quickly being erased alongside the old buildings that housed art organisations, social justice organisations and community groups. Therefore my interest in heritage in Newham is to provide a voice to those who are unable to speak or share their stories.