underwater remedy — An Illustration by Elizabeth Fortnum

Being in water - to swim or bathe - brings me comfort, and clears my mind of any troubles for the duration of my submergence. I see this as a calming remedy for my stress and anxiety.
— Elizabeth Fortnum
 
An illustration of a person swimming in a large blue splotch. Another person is laying on the bottom.

About the Author

Elizabeth Fortnum is an illustrator, printmaker, and researcher with a particular interest in education, language, food and identity. They’re currently working towards illustration projects about positive mental health and neurodiversity awareness.