Deniz Altug is a Canadian abstract artist whose work explores the interplay of colour, movement, and emotion through her lively compositions. Her work is shaped by both the organic beauty of the world around her and her inner experience. She draws inspiration from shifting light, natural forms, and textures in nature, while also reflecting her emotions, love for life, and passion for personal transformation.
Her process is fluid and instinctive, allowing each painting to evolve naturally, through many layers, using a vibrant range of colours and expressive gestures. She explores contrast—structure and spontaneity, energy and stillness, clarity and uncertainty—capturing the layered and ever-changing nature of life through abstraction. Her main medium is acrylic on canvas.
Based in Ontario, Deniz left behind a 20-year career in Information Technology years ago to pursue her lifelong passion for painting —an evolution that speaks to her deep belief in personal growth, authenticity, and creative freedom. Her work has been collected internationally across Canada, the USA, Europe, and beyond. She is currently represented by Galerie Bloom in Montreal. Beyond her studio practice, she shares her expertise through her online course, Vibrant Layers with Acrylics & Mediums, encouraging creatives to explore intuitive layering techniques and colour harmony, using vivid hues.
Deniz hopes her work ignites a sense of aliveness and uplifting inspiration in those who experience it.
Shows & Exhibitions
2024 Oct - Sweet Sixteen Online Art Show
2019 May - Feature Artist at PI Fine Art, Toronto, ON, Canada
2019 Apr - 'Abstract & Nature' Group Show at Galerie Bloom, Montreal, QC, Canada
2019 Mar - 'Nuit Blanche de Montreal' Group Show at Galerie Bloom, Montreal, QC, Canada
2019 Feb - Artist Project Contemporary Art Fair, Toronto, ON, Canada
2019 Jan - 'Winter Exhibition' Group Show at Galerie Bloom, Montreal, QC, Canada
2018 Apr - Fleck Fine Art Catalogue & Spring Group Exhibit, Toronto, ON, Canada
2018 Mar - Arta Gallery "Wondrous Ways" Spring Group Exhibition, Toronto, ON, Canada
2018 Feb - Artist Project Contemporary Art Fair, Toronto, ON, Canada
Collector Reviews
“Deniz is tremendously talented, creating powerful vivid and striking color palettes that vibrantly pop off a canvas. My home is a happier place with her artwork in it!”
— Lauren R.
“Dear Deniz, I just received my piece of art and I love, love, love it.! Very beautiful and I am thrilled with it. Thank you, again!”
— Nancy W.
“The paintings were so amazingly wrapped, they are in perfect condition! I couldn’t be happier! I love them and will give them a great home!!”
— Kelly F.
“Hi Deniz! We love it! … It brings such good energy into our house. I am so happy. Thank you so much!!! I want more!.”
— Lauren H.
(client of a commissioned painting)
“It was like Christmas morning here yesterday when I got home from my trip!!!! Absolutely love it!….we have to reconfigure the room, but your painting will always be the star. Thank you so very much again!”
— Tina C.
“Such a positive experience working with Deniz to create a beautiful piece of art. I really found she took the time to put careful thought into every aspect that went into creating this work of art. It’s now a centrepiece in my home and I love the attention and vibe that it draws. The final product is more than just a painting - it’s a beautiful experience that represents kindness, understanding, thoughtfulness and patience.“
— Elyse S.
(Toronto client of a commissioned painting)
“My husband recently purchased Let Magic Happen from you for my birthday. I just wanted to send you a message because I love it so much….We have very little art on the walls. I desperately wanted a piece that was contemporary, vibrant, and ethereal. That is exactly how I describe your work. It's absolutely beautiful. It's so hard to buy art simply by viewing online so I was hoping it was as beautiful in person as it was on your website. It is. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with the world. I couldn't be happier having your work on our walls.”
— Kate H.
“Deniz Altug created three beautiful original canvases for us, and we are delighted with all of them! She provided us with progress updates along the way, welcomed our input about colour and shading options, and paid close attention to how the art would look in context. She is efficient, professional, talented, and pleasant. The paintings are stunning, and really brighten up our home. Working with Deniz has been a lovely experience, and we will continue to enjoy her creative designs throughout the years to come.”
— Dr. Joanne Foster
(Toronto client of three commissioned paintings)