Description
‘Purple Rain’ by Vanessa Michiels
Artist: Vanessa Michiels
Title: ‘Purple Rain’
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 36″ x 36″ x 1.5″
Framing: Unframed
Year of Creation: 2024
About the Artwork:
Purple Rain is a piece that captures the vulnerability of the subject through the closeup of her face. It focuses on the delicate balance between beauty and strength in an ethereal dreamlike quality of purple and pink tones. The teardrops, rendered in negative space punctuate her expression, evoking a sense of resilience and an invitation to explore the silent struggles faced in our societal standards of beauty and expression. Each hue and contrasting element is chosen to evoke emotion while also suggesting the strength and fragility of the human experience. – Vanessa Michiels
About the Artist:
(Artist Bio)
Vanessa Michiels, an artist hailing from Toronto, Canada, is a storyteller at heart, weaving narratives through the vibrant strokes of her oil paintings. Her fascination lies in exploring the shared experiences of womanhood within our contemporary society.
Through her evocative portraits, Vanessa delves into the multifaceted dimensions of womanhood, dissecting its complexities and nuances. Employing a blend of high and low elements in a collage-like manner, she infuses her work with a touch of whimsical absurdity, inviting viewers to engage with each piece playfully.
Color serves as a powerful tool in Vanessa’s storytelling arsenal. Beyond merely setting the tone, it is a deliberate choice, carefully selected to evoke specific emotions and provoke thought. Each hue, each shade, contributes to the intricate tapestry of her narrative.
At the heart of Vanessa’s artistic vision lies the portrayal of complex female characters—individuals with depth and layers, reflecting the myriad emotions simmering beneath the surface of modern existence. Her aim is to challenge and reimagine the conventional female archetype, offering instead a rich and intricate feminine narrative that defies categorization. Through her art, she endeavors to deconstruct societal norms and present a more authentic portrayal of womanhood in all its complexity.