Artist Statement:
Michele Morata has been a full-time multi-niche Fine Art Gallery Painter since 2000. Paintings have been commissioned by HGTV designers and collectors internationally. Art Galleries in Laguna Beach, Beverly Hills/Rodeo Drive, New York, Las Vegas, Palm Desert, San Clemente, Scottsdale, San Francisco, and Houston have featured her original paintings.
PERSONAL STATEMENT ::: Eco-Friendly Painting is my primary chosen path of creative self-expression. Everyone has something they can do, which no one else can do. Every person can give a gift to the world, that no one else can give, the discovery of which lies sometimes buried within one's soul. One of my mother's dreams was to be a professional artist, but she lacked confidence in herself and her talent. Before she passed away, she told me that she felt as if she had never "really lived". This had a profound impact on my life. After that, I made a lifetime promise to continue to paint in honor of my mother, to learn how to live my authentic creative truth, and to encourage others in the journey to discover who they really are. My current life mission is to bring peace, light, and positive energy to the world thru my creative talents ... and one way I accomplish this vision is thru my painting gift. Thank you for supporting the collective dream of all Original Painters, past, present, and future.
ABOUT MY OIL PAINTINGS ::: I feel passionate about the meditative quality of nature involving my study and observations as they relate to earth, wind, water, and sky. My love of colors, natural space, and nature has inspired me to produce several unique signature style Fine Art series. These paintings combine my artistic oil talent and love of tranquility with emotional release. I have always used water-based Oils which are considered less toxic than traditional oils and think of myself as a "Green" Environmental Artist whenever possible. I want to be aware of my client's surroundings and add to the health & healing of the planet. In my textured oil series I also utilize ecofriendly textures & Italian / European organic art mediums. I use professional grade products that are shipped from Italy & other countries, accompanied with international recycled handmade paper products which add an additional uniqueness to my textured oil and mixed-media series. I am a versatile artist who is led by my inner witness; therefore, I do not follow traditional rules and allow myself this creative freedom.
Education:
Newport Beach Museum of Art
California State University Fullerton
Pasadena & Burbank CA Art Expos
Awards & Distinctions:
* Currently Under Museum Review
* Magazine Cover Art: Horizons
* Book Cover Art: Light Passages
* Earth Day Artist: UGallery
* Official Public Outdoor "Healing Garden" Art Wall, Mission Hospital, Mission Viejo, CA
*The Arts Commission / Heisler Park Contest Winner, Laguna Beach, CA
Exhibitions:
Lu Martin Gallery, Laguna Beach, CA
Planet Hollywood Gallery/Miracle Mile, Las Vegas, NV
Original Oil Gallery/Fashion Show Mall, Las Vegas, NV
AAF, New York City, NY
RawStyle Gallery, Santa Monica, CA
Old Town Gallery, Seal Beach, CA
Desert Art Source Gallery, Palm Desert, CA
Village Gallery, Rodeo Drive/Beverly Hills, CA
Stylistic Intervention, Laguna Beach, CA
Original Oil Gallery/Houston Galleria Mall, Houston, TX
Village Gallery, Torrance, CA
Gallery 104, San Clemente, CA
Left Bank Gallery, Dove Canyon, CA
Ross Watkins Gallery, Palm Desert, CA
John Wayne Airport, Admirals Club
San Diego Airport, Admirals Club
Artistic Influences:
My near death experience, love of nature and poetry, and my parents. My mother gave me the gift of looking at the world thru the creative intuitive ... and my father gave me the gift of looking at the world thru the linear technical. My spiritual life has influenced me tremendously & allowed me to trust both my left & right brain processes - to then let the gift come thru me in service to bless others.
Artist Tags:
abstract landscapes, modern landscapes, modern seascapes, surreal landscapes, abstract fantasy, unique ecofriendly
