Michelle Thomas

BIOGRAPHY:
Michelle Thomas shares her passion for the nude form in a painting style that is highly informed by her background in photography and graphic design. Each form starts from nude photos that she takes of herself or others. She then turns into and expressive abstraction. Her paintings possess a fluid quality similar to her own strong yoga practice. She seeks to tell a story of fluid expressionism, mindfulness and inner peace.

SUBJECT:
Michelle's theme is the human form in its authentic nature. Michelle simplifies the form by deconstructing and redesigning to balance and symmetry and structure. The collection is portraits of herself and others that capture movement and ultimate release. Michelle's work explores her playful curiosity and unapologetic self. Along with the painting comes a performance art piece of her creating in the nude.

APPROACH:
Michelle is an entrepreneur, so her mindset is ambitious. She always strives to achieve the highest quality in her work. Michelle continues to educate herself in mastering skills and alternative techniques. She considers herself a passionate artist and movement innovator. Her skills include yoga, photography, fashion design, graphic design, creative direction, teaching, ...