Michelle Allee
UPTOWN
GALLERY
GALLERY
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Michelle Allee is a Gulf Coast artist
who resides in Pass Christian,
Mississippi. Acrylic painting on
unique textural surfaces is her
primary medium. Her subject
matters include hearts, queens,
houses, trees and the human form.
Primarily a self-taught artist, she
has been instructed in various art
techniques internationally. Michelle
has exhibited her work for several
years in galleries in Arizona, Texas,
New Jersey, Washington DC,
Mississippi and New Orleans,
Louisiana.
who resides in Pass Christian,
Mississippi. Acrylic painting on
unique textural surfaces is her
primary medium. Her subject
matters include hearts, queens,
houses, trees and the human form.
Primarily a self-taught artist, she
has been instructed in various art
techniques internationally. Michelle
has exhibited her work for several
years in galleries in Arizona, Texas,
New Jersey, Washington DC,
Mississippi and New Orleans,
Louisiana.
In her work, Michelle begins with a putty type compound. She uses the
compound on canvas boards. After applying the compound on the
canvas, she lets it dry, then uses an electric sander to smooth the
surface, leaving some texture. She then uses acrylic paint, followed by
several layers of tinted glaze and finishes her work by sealing it with a
clear matte coating. She signs all pieces with a wax seal of an embossed
crown as her signature.
Artist Statement
The human form, queens, hearts, trees and houses are the reoccurring
focal points in my work. My primary medium is paint and utilizing
various and complex techniques from my experience as a professional
faux finisher. I begin each piece by giving careful attention to textural
surface preparation. My paintings are inspired by my life, the joys, the
difficulties, the challenges, the successes, and the landscapes of my
memories. The creative process of painting is very therapeutic. Painting
soothes my spirit and creates a balance in my life. Some of my work is
imbued with a sense of "whimsy". Other pieces allow the viewer to step
out of the routine of their life and into the delight of their imagination. I
strive to pass the joy that I receive in creating, onto those who view my
work and take it into their homes as well as their hearts.
compound on canvas boards. After applying the compound on the
canvas, she lets it dry, then uses an electric sander to smooth the
surface, leaving some texture. She then uses acrylic paint, followed by
several layers of tinted glaze and finishes her work by sealing it with a
clear matte coating. She signs all pieces with a wax seal of an embossed
crown as her signature.
Artist Statement
The human form, queens, hearts, trees and houses are the reoccurring
focal points in my work. My primary medium is paint and utilizing
various and complex techniques from my experience as a professional
faux finisher. I begin each piece by giving careful attention to textural
surface preparation. My paintings are inspired by my life, the joys, the
difficulties, the challenges, the successes, and the landscapes of my
memories. The creative process of painting is very therapeutic. Painting
soothes my spirit and creates a balance in my life. Some of my work is
imbued with a sense of "whimsy". Other pieces allow the viewer to step
out of the routine of their life and into the delight of their imagination. I
strive to pass the joy that I receive in creating, onto those who view my
work and take it into their homes as well as their hearts.
"Art enables us to find ourselves and lose
ourselves at the same time." ~ Thomas Merton
ourselves at the same time." ~ Thomas Merton
Lady
12" x 12"
12" x 12"
Willing to Wear the Crown
11" x 14"
11" x 14"
Forever Faithful
16" x 20"
16" x 20"