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Michelle Cherian

Introducing “Plot Twist” — the first release from the new series 🌀

Published 18 days ago • 1 min read

This next collection is the start of a mythical world. It shines a light on the destructive forces of our own minds, how we hold ourselves back from our deepest desires and the things we do to strengthen our energy, fight back and be the person we want to be.

In this mythical world there are —

beautiful beasts caught in battle

ancient foremothers in magical lands

embodied dancing in the streets

But first I started with 2 small abstract paintings. I am sharing the first one today.

This one started with a few swaths of colors and patterns which were guided by the positive energetic forces of pleasure, celebration, devotion, gratitude.

Eventually the piece became minimal, geometric exuding a peaceful sense, while still holding a lot of energy with the stark black lines.

The very subtle gradients on the orange, pink and dark blue sections feel oh so good to stare at.

🖼 Painting Details​
​Title: Plot Twist
​Size: 18" x 24"
​Medium: Oil on canvas
​​Investment Price: $1400
Payment plans available

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Interested? Email or DM me a 🌀 emoji or just say “twist” and we’ll take it from there.

I’ll be back soon with the sister painting that looks absolutely nothing like this one, but was started at the same time with the same premise.

My warmest,

Michelle

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PS. Want to see it in person, come to my open studio on Saturday in Long Island City. RSVP here.

PPS. Here's a behind the scenes look:

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