Michal Shelly | Through Inward Journey
Right: The sand clock. 2024
Oil on canvas
140 x 100 cm
Michal Shelly, a talented artist, was born in Switzerland and later completed her art studies in 1985 at the Art School in Ramat Hasharon, Israel. She is a distinguished member of the Israeli Professional Visual Artists Association and the IAA International Association of Professional Artists.
In April 2011, Michal’s exceptional talent was recognized when she was selected as one of the 128 finalists out of 3,777 painters in the Saatchi Online Art Marketplace international competition in Paris, France. This prestigious achievement invited the finalists to exhibit their works at the renowned Grand Palais 2011 exhibition.
Michal has showcased her mesmerizing works in several solo exhibitions in Israel, including at the esteemed Artists’ House in Tel Aviv. Additionally, she has participated in group exhibitions, demonstrating her artistic prowess both in Israel and abroad, and has notably showcased her works in digital solo and group exhibitions.
In 2018, Michal’s outstanding contributions to the art world were acknowledged when she received the International Prize Caravaggio Award in Milan. Her remarkable pieces have been featured in various art magazines and have captured the attention of private art collectors.
Oil on canvas
100 x 100 cm
“This year, Michal was honored with an invitation to participate in the Baroque Blue 2024 residency: “Natura e Cosmologia Sciamanica,” in Italy, further cementing her position as a distinguished artist in the international art community.
Amidst the terrible attack on October 7th, 2023, and the broader backdrop of a world marked by violence and division, I found myself grappling with a fear of embracing a militant stance. However, during moments of intuitive drawing, the image of Miriam’s tambourine emerged.
Oil on canvas.
100 x 100 cm
This symbol, deeply rooted in the archetype of the prophetess Miriam, conveyed a powerful message urging me to turn inward and seek introspection and reflection through the act of creation itself.
Oil on canvas
120 x 100 cm
In this revelation, I recognized a profound call to embrace the feminine essence of Miriam’s legacy—to foster hope and catalyze change by delving into the depths of our inner landscapes. Through this inward journey, I discovered that true transformation begins within oneself, echoing Miriam’s timeless message that the most potent catalyst for change lies in the courageous exploration of our hearts and minds.”
See the article in the GOLD LIST 2024 Special Edition #8
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