Michele is a painter of souls. Her portraits not only capture the physical characteristics of her subjects, but some how seem to breathe the very essence of the person.
“This is a very exciting shift in my art. I never considered myself a “portrait artist” but people are really responding well to my new series. The immediate challenge is, obviously, to make the painting look like the person. But to me, a true likeness is deeper than the outward appearance. You must somehow capture the spirit, the energy of that person. The eyes are the secret in painting one's soul...but to paint their energy is something much different. It is not technical. There are no formulas. To be able to paint one's energy is my personal artistic challenge. The “body art” is a way I connect with my subject by painting me, my art, on their body. This, I think, will make my series of portraits unique.”
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Self Portrait, Age 46
Portrait of Dakota
Joba
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Self Portrait, Age 46
Portrait of Dakota
Joba
About Michele Bramlett
Born in Ventura, California, Michele Bramlett has been painting for as long as she can remember. Having grown up in a very talented family, Michele's art comes naturally to her. Michele is the eldest daughter of Delaney Bramlett of Delaney & Bonnie and Friends, a soul powered rock & roll group in the late 60's- early 70's and Patty Stanley, an amazing wood carver/folk artist. She is the sister of Bekka Bramlett and the cousin of Johnny Smith, both incredible vocalists/songwriters/musicians.
Michele is a painter of people. Her paintings show the beauty, spirituality, and simplicity of the culture of the Human Being while stimulating the senses in a sensual way. Brilliantly colored canvasses and subtle symbolism conveying messages of peace, love, oneness, and spirituality of the Human spirit are strongly influenced by her own Native American culture.
This third generation born Cherokee (Tsalagi) began showing her work in the summer of 1994 and participated in many group and solo exhibitions in southern California, New Mexico, and New York.
“When I was a little girl, I used to ‘play’ in my drawings. I was told, ever since I can remember, that I was a “very talented artist”. I know it was because my family loved me so much and knew that I loved to draw. I believed them, and I never stopped creating. I would draw all of my friends, furry and not, and we would have the biggest time you could ever imagine...
It's amazing what we are capable of when we are loved, encouraged, and allowed to feel free.
I want to thank my family and friends for loving my art and being forever supportive.
Thank you for believing in me.”
Love, Michele
Michele is a painter of people. Her paintings show the beauty, spirituality, and simplicity of the culture of the Human Being while stimulating the senses in a sensual way. Brilliantly colored canvasses and subtle symbolism conveying messages of peace, love, oneness, and spirituality of the Human spirit are strongly influenced by her own Native American culture.
This third generation born Cherokee (Tsalagi) began showing her work in the summer of 1994 and participated in many group and solo exhibitions in southern California, New Mexico, and New York.
“When I was a little girl, I used to ‘play’ in my drawings. I was told, ever since I can remember, that I was a “very talented artist”. I know it was because my family loved me so much and knew that I loved to draw. I believed them, and I never stopped creating. I would draw all of my friends, furry and not, and we would have the biggest time you could ever imagine...
It's amazing what we are capable of when we are loved, encouraged, and allowed to feel free.
I want to thank my family and friends for loving my art and being forever supportive.
Thank you for believing in me.”
Love, Michele