Michelle Cornelius

I have to say, I cannot imagine my life without art in it. I’m constantly on a story tangent In my mind . Turning my possible subjects this way and that . Figuring out how to show their 3D intricacies and complications in their best light on a 2D surface. . I’ve always drawn, painted, sculpted or photographed the things in life I love and am inspired most by- the natural world. I have been many things in my life. Some more successful than others. Looking at and creating art are like dreaming in the daylight, in my mind. I have always been without hesitation, an avid, devoted and prolific artist.

Artistic assignments have been my most favored. Solving some spatial problem is exhilarating to me and I always feel victorious. I’ve graduated many programs, in addition to taking dozens of art classes and any workshops I find applicable . I was awarded "competition of visual arts" accredidation from MCC in Chandler, Arizona. I have amassed a base of artist friends i'm extremely lucky to have painted with. Many extremely talented contemporary artists that I would consider modern masters.

My work is in a few local galleries including STEPHAN FINE ART in Anchorage. Also, many gift shops, coffee shops, doctors offices from Talkeetna, Alaska south and East to Anchorage. So far this year every month I have my art in at least one local show.