Michellezart
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 We Have Come Too Far30 x 24 Acrylic Painting on Canvas Exhibited at the "We Still Here" art exhibit---Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center, Newport News, VA.. An inspirational painting depicting the unshakable faith of the "church" during restrictions set in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic. |  Same Journey-Different Paths24 x 30 Acrylic Painting on Canvas Exhibited at the "We Still Here" art exhibit---Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center, Newport News, VA.. An inspirational painting of sisterhood showing togetherness by holding hands, different paths by different color shoes and same journey by the faded facial features. |  On Purpose24 x 30 Acrylic Painting on Canvas Exhibited at the "We Still Here" art exhibit---Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center, Newport News, VA.. An inspirational painting highlighting the "new day" for the men of color while reminding them that they were born on purpose and are still here for a purpose. |
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 Fall Festives10 x 8 Acrylic on Canvas Board Created Fall of 2020 |  The End Result12 x 16 Acrylic on Canvas An inspirational piece created during the COVID-19 pandemic. |  The Conclusion12 x 16 Acrylic on Canvas An inspirational piece created during the COVID-19 pandemic. |
 Lemonade Time12 x 16 Acrylic on Canvas An inspirational piece created during the COVID-19 pandemic. |  A Little Birdie4 x 6 Acrylic on Canvas |  The Eternal Voice30 x 40 Acrylic Painting on board with custom built wooden frame. Exhibited in an "Iconic" Juried Exhibtion at Downing-Gross, Newport News, VA. This mixed media painting gives a glimpse into the musical career of the legendary singer, Ms. Nina Simone. The meshing of the colorful background with Simone that bleeds onto the articles of her life represents her inseparable dedication to her music. Please contact me to find out more about the symbolic elements of this painting. |
 A Little Birdie 24 x 6 Acrylic on Canvas |  DESCRIPTION: For the Barbers20 x 16 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Don't Count Me Out" Art Exhibit. A tribute to our future barbers and our current trailblazers. |  DESCRIPTION: For the Registered Nurses16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Don't Count Me Out" Art Exhibit. A tribute to our future barbers and our current trailblazers. |
 DESCRIPTION: For the Hair Stylists20 x 16 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Don't Count Me Out" Art Exhibit. A tribute to our future hair stylistis and our current trailblazers. |  DESCRIPTION: For the Makeup Artists20 x 16 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Don't Count Me Out" Art Exhibit. A tribute to our future makeup artists and our current trailblazers. |  DESCRIPTION: For the Mechanical Engineers20 x 16 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Don't Count Me Out" Art Exhibit. A tribute to our future mechanical engineers and our current trailblazers. |
 Social Injustice Protest 2020Acrylic on Canvas After an unarmed black man, George Floyd, was murdered by a police officer who held his knee on Floyd's neck for a reported 8 minutes and 46 seconds; a nationwide protest began where people of all nationalities joined together in a stand against social injustice. This painting is my tribute and painted record of this unforgettable moment in time. |  DESCRIPTION: Mama's Kisses20 x 16 Acrylic on Canvas Inspired by the daily kisses that I give to my daughter. Little girls need to be treated like princesses long before prince charming comes along. |  DESCRIPTION: A Little Bit Longer16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas Inspired by a Mother's Quote - "Let me hold you a little more before you're not little anymore". The funny thing about this is that children don't seem to understand how much these moments mean until they become parents. |
 DESCRIPTION: Panda16 x 20 on Canvas It has been said that a panda symbolizes peace and gentle strength. This painting entails a interesting composition, lots of texture and even has a pop-up element to it. Some of the painted flowers were printed and adhered to the painting to add to the cuteness of it all. |  DESCRIPTION: Counselor To Be16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Don't Count Me Out" series. An ongoing collection of inspirational youth paintings in what could be their future careers. |  DESCRIPTION: Young PianistFrom my "Don't Count Me Out" series. An ongoing collection of inspirational youth paintings in what could be their future careers. On the background music sheets are "Moonlight Sonata" and "Swan Lake" but to the forefront is the old hymn, "At the Cross", in which the pianist leans in on and reflects. |
 DESCRIPTION: From the Garden16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas Featured in the book, "Jazzy Explores Smithfield" written by Sonja McGiboney of Smithfield, Virginia. |  DESCRIPTION: More Than Enough16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas Inspired by 1Kings 17:12 "And she said, As the Lord thy God liveth, I have not a cake but an handful of meal in a barrel and a little oil in a cruse"... |  DESCRIPTION: There Is Such A Fountain16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas Depicting the accessibility of the "fountain" to all who believe. Inspired by the hymn, “There is a Fountain Filled With Blood”, written by William Cowper in 1772. In the background is the door to every man’s heart; depicting Psalm 145:18 The LORD is near to all who call upon Him…and Romans 13:110 salvation is nearer than when we believed. |
 DESCRIPTION: In the Blue Vase Small8 x 10 Acrylic Painting |  DESCRIPTION: My Sister's Keeper16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas From my “400 Years of the Black Experience” series. Depicts a more fortunate woman helping a less fortunate woman; for she knows if not for grace, it could be her story. She does whatever it takes and uses the resources available to her in order to get the job done. Take notice at how she’s parting the hair with a stick from the ground. |  DESCRIPTION: Two Tulips Small8 1/2 x 11 Acrylic Painting On Textured Paper . |
 DESCRIPTION: Between the Two8 x 10 Acrylic on Canvas The vase represents a person and the fruit represents the two opposing choices or a cross road in that person's life. My choice of color for the vase and background is also significant in this painting. I'll leave that to your imagination until we talk. |  DESCRIPTION: Empty Vessels Small16 X 20 Acrylic on Canvas This painting depicts the “vessels” who have emptied themselves of everything that would prevent them from being the vessels that they were fashioned to be. The vibrant, rich colors represent the boldness of the "vessels" who chose to stand even when the ground beneath them seemed to be void of any color. |  DESCRIPTION: Flowers in Glass Vase Small8 x 10 Acrylic on Canvas Depicts the transparency of what's beneath the surface. |
 When It Was Evening10 x 8 Acrylic on Canvas |  DESCRIPTION: Still In Love8 X10 Acrylic on Canvas |  DESCRIPTION: A Two Fold Freedom24 x 18 Acrylic on Canvas From my "400 Years of the Black Experience series. Depicts both a physical and spiritual freedom with the symbol of bondage, crucifixion tree, shedding of blood and the rising of the sun (son) which brought forth a new day of living in freedom. |
 DESCRIPTION: The Iron Bit18 x 24 Acrylic on Canvas From my “400 Years of the Black Experience” series. Depicts the cruel, horrific and inhumane treatment of man deprived of his freedom. The irony is that this treatment actually confirms the “obvious belief” in the immeasurable authority and power that such man has in his tongue. |  DESCRIPTION: Withstanding18 x 24 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Tribal" series of paintings. |  DESCRIPTION: From The Suri Tribe16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Tribal" series of paintings. My tribal paintings were started after talking to and seeing the tribal paintings of fellow artist, Richard C. Press of Hampton, Virginia. |
 DESCRIPTION: Tribe16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Tribal" series of paintings. My tribal paintings were started after talking to and seeing the tribal paintings of fellow artist, Richard C. Press of Hampton, Virginia. |  DESCRIPTION: From Omo Valley16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Tribal" series of paintings. My tribal paintings were started after talking to and seeing the tribal paintings of fellow artist, Richard C. Press of Hampton, Virginia. |  DESCRIPTION: Rocking The Blues16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Tribal" series. Represents the woman who finds a way to make the best of every situation. She is so skilled at it, that nobody ever knows what she is facing or what she just came out of. She may be rocking the “blue” make up because she loves that color or does she? You’ll never know because instead of crying the blues, she rocks them. Follow link to see how this painting was created. |
 DESCRIPTION: The Born Protector16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas From my “400 Years of the Black Experience” series. Inspired by my upbringing in the church and being raised with three brothers. |  DESCRIPTION: What Forgiveness Looks LikeAcylic on Canvas From my “Harlem Renaissance” series. Depicts a story of forgiveness while simultaneously reminding us to hold tight to our valuables in the process. Inspired by and is a merge of a photo of my parents and the painting, “Lovers” by Jacob Lawrence. |  DESCRIPTION: Respect20 x 16 Acrylic on Canvas From my “Harlem Renaissance” series. Depicts a story of respect and admiration for love. Inspired by the work of artist, Romare Bearden. |
 DESCRIPTION: In the Neighborhood$20 x 16 Acrylic on Canvas From my “400 Years of the Black Experience” series. Depicts the good times of the 70s when neighbors actually knew each other and the kids played outside all day. |  DESCRIPTION: Between Services20 x 16 Acrylic on Canvas From my “400 Years of the Black Experience” series. Depicts church members eating between two Sunday services. I felt compelled to represent spirituality as it was a significant part of black history. Besides, going to church as a child is by far, my most fond memory. |  DESCRIPTION: Fearless and Faithful24 x 18 Acrylic on Canvaas Depicts two of the many characteristics of God (of the Bible). I chose the rich royal blue background to represent God’s royalty, sovereignty, full authority and power. The darker color beneath the subjects represent the dark world into which God came as he was compelled by his love for mankind. |
 DESCRIPTION: Becoming16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas Wrapped tightly in a place of comfort is where she prefers to stay but will she? OF COURSE NOT! She's not there yet. She is "BECOMING". |  DESCRIPTION: In Dem Fields16 X 20 Acrylic on Canvas |  DESCRIPTION: Red Blossoms8 x 10 Acrylic Painting on Textured Craft Paper |
 Wood 3 Pc DesignAcrylic Abstract on Wood |  DESCRIPTION: Soaring In the Son8 x 10 Acrylic on Canvas Human strength is limited but Isaiah 40:31 encourages us to hold on for the renewing of our strength which comes from the “Son”. |  DESCRIPTION: Let's Go16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas Represents the woman who is so done with procrastination and unnecessary frustration. She has finally got herself together. She’s humble yet bold, cautious yet fearless. With no time to waste, she's say's "LET'S GO!" |
 DESCRIPTION: Not Without A Fight16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas Represents the Woman who understands that victory never comes without a fight. |  DESCRIPTION: Church Logo Sign40 x 40 Customized Large Scale Acrylic Painting with Pop-Up Elements (Wall Art) *Graphically designed signs are also an option |  DESCRIPTION: Moon Glow for Posting11 x 14 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Black and White" series. |
 DESCRIPTION:For Life18 x 24 Acrylic on Canvas |  DESCRIPTION: Feeling Kinda Jazzy11 x 14 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Black and White" series. |  DESCRIPTION: Trumpet Player11 x 14 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Black and White" series. |
 DESCRIPTION: Standing In Awe16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Music" series. |  DESCRIPTION: Saxing It11 x 14 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Black and White" series. |  DESCRIPTION: Rope Rhythms For Sho16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Music" series. The message of this painting is centered around the rope design on the guitar. The message is meant to encourage one to take whatever hangups, past failures or mishaps experienced and make music from them. The vibrant red next to the "blues" shows the present boldly working in harmony with the past yet standing out and apart from it. Torn music sheet emerges from the deep. |
 DESCRIPTION: Dancer11 x 14 Acrylic on Canvas From my ballet series. Inspired by the Sankofa Bird. The Sankofa Bird was adopted as an important symbol in an African-American and African Diaspora context to represent the need to reflect on the past to build a successful future. |  DESCRIPTION: Sax Player11 x 14 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Black and White" series. |  DESCRIPTION: Play That16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Black and White" series. |
 DESCRIPTION: Prepared8 x 10 Acrylic on Canvas. We can't avoid all storms in life. Some things are just inevitable so it's best to be "Prepared". |  DESCRIPTION: Ballerina Girl11 x 14 Acrylic on Canvas From my ballet series. |  DESCRIPTION: I'ts In His Bones11 x 14 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Music" series. |
 DESCRIPTION: Dancing Feet8 X 10 Acrylic on Canvas From my ballet series. |  DESCRIPTION: Ballet Shoes8 X 10 Acrylic on Canvas From my ballet series. |  DESCRIPTION: When Darkness Surrounds Me16 x 20 Acrylic on Canvas From my "Black and White" series. |
 DESCRIPTION: Spilled CoffeeAcrylic Painting on Wood for a Custom Gift |  DESCRIPTION: Covered8 x 10 Acrylic on Canvas Sometimes, it's not about fighting back but about being "Covered". |  DESCRIPTION: Coffee's Always A Good IdeaCustomized Mixed Media Gift |
 DESCRIPTION: Cake Card/Money BoxMixed Media Item Customized for the Occasion |  DESCRIPTION: Graduation Card BoxMixed Media Item Customized for the Occasion |  DESCRIPTION: Is The Mic OnHand Crafted Personalized Gift. Materials used includes: wood, clay, wire, satin and lace. Inscribed on the tablet is a favorite scripture and note. This gift also came with a short poem that was placed in the drawer of the book. |
 DESCRIPTION: Its A GirlHand-crafted Personalized Gift of Clay. |  DESCRIPTION: On My Way UpMixed Media Fish Painting on Wood. |  DESCRIPTION: Under WaterAcrylic Mixed Media Fish Painting on Wood. |
 DESCRIPTION: In Rememberance Of MeClay Communion Set |  DESCRIPTION: Delighting In The LawNo law can please everybody but there is a law can save every man. Many people view the law as a tool to punish others while awarding “themselves”. The truth is that we all need the law to save us from ourselves. The law serves as the governor of our souls. There’s a comfort in “Delighting In the Law.” |  DESCRIPTION: It's Not What You SayMixed Media On Canvas. Inspired by a scripture that my mom would tape on the refrigerator (featured on the tag in the painting}...Proverbs 15:1. |
 DESCRIPTION: Be YouMixed Media On Canvas |  DESCRIPTION: Cardinal 38 x 10 Acrylic Painting on Textured Craft Paper From my "Bird" series. |  DESCRIPTION: CheetahAcrylic on canvas with accent buttons |
 DESCRIPTION: The 3 SquaresAcrylic on Canvas |
Acrylic Paintings
