Broken Crown Drawing

Michelle Eva May is a contemporary figurative artist whose work explores femininity, identity, and emotional depth through expressive portraiture and richly textured surfaces. Her paintings focus on the female figure as a quiet, powerful presence, capturing moments of vulnerability, strength, and introspection. Working primarily in oil, charcoal, and mixed media, Michelle builds layered surfaces that balance softness with intensity. Subtle gestures, raw textures, and restrained colour palettes allow each figure to feel both intimate and timeless. Her work invites the viewer into a contemplative space — one that is felt rather than explained. Michelle’s paintings are held in private collections internationally and appeal to collectors, interior designers, and contemporary spaces seeking art that conveys presence, calm, and emotional resonance. Each piece is created as a singular work, emphasising individuality and quiet impact rather than repetition. All original artworks are hand-painted, signed, and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, and are professionally packaged and shipped worldwide. Michelle Eva May continues to develop a body of work centred on beauty, womanhood, and the subtle language of emotion, creating paintings that live effortlessly within both private and curated spaces.