MICHELLE CAMPBELL FINE ART
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Originally from Ayrshire, Michelle graduated from the Glasgow School of Art in 2006 and now works from her studio in The Briggait,Glasgow. She is currently represented by Art Pistol Gallery, Glasgow, and The Velvet Easel, Portobello.
Michelle uses painting as a language tool to process her experience of the world around her. As a neurodivergent individual, she experiences and interprets life differently, and her art serves as a bridge between her unique perception and the external world. Michelle's work is not just a visual expression but a profound means of communication, allowing her to convey emotions, thoughts, and experiences that words often fail to capture.
Her work is inspired by a myriad of themes, all rooted in her personal experiences and observations. The natural world, with its multitude of patterns and colours, is a constant source of inspiration.
Michelle's creative process involves breaking down an image and restructuring it bit by bit, a method that reflects her own perception of her surroundings. This approach gives each small part of the composition equal status, challenging the traditional idea of a main focal point. Through this technique, Michelle invites viewers to experience the world from her perspective, where every small detail holds significance and contributes to the overall narrative.
Patterns and repetition are central to her work, serving both as a form of stimming and a working meditation. The repetitive nature of creating patterns provides a sense of calm and focus, allowing her to connect with her art in a deeply personal way. This practice is meditative, helping Michelle to process her thoughts and emotions while creating an organic and rhythmic structure within the painting.
EXHIBITIONS
2024
Winter Group Exhibition - The Velvet Easel, Portobello
Summer Group Exhibition - The Velvet Easel, Portobello
Group Opening Exhibition - Art Pistol, Glasgow
Group Exhibition - Arctic Science Summit Week - Edinburgh
2023
The Low Gallery, The Briggait, Glasgow - October
‘The Sea, The Sea! Tides and Transformations’ group exhibition in collaboration with The Orkney Japan Association - Ship of Fools Gallery, Kirkwall, Orkney - September
2019
Group exhibition - Scotia Gallery, Glasgow
2018
'East vs West' Solo exhibition - Art Pistol Gallery -8th - 30th Sept
'Glasgow International Comedy Festival' - Group Art Show - Art Pistol Gallery
2017
Christmas Group Show - Art Pistol Gallery
'Synesthesia' - Joint Exhibition with Andy Hurst - The 13th Note
'Storage' -Solo Exhibition - Art Pistol Gallery
2016
Group Exhibition - Art Pistol
2015
'Hues' - Solo Exhibition - The 13th Note
'Quintessence' (Art Fusion) - Group Exhibition - Offshore Coffee Shop
Group Exhibition - The Gallery (Art Exposure)
'The Steamie' - Group Exhibition - Govanhill Baths
'Fast Forward' -Group Exhibition - Six Foot Gallery
2014
'Kaleidoscope' - Group Exhibition - Cocktail & Burger
'Art Supper' (Art Fusion) - Group Exhibition - Offshore Coffee Shop
'Art on the Hill' - Group Exhibition - Church on the Hill
Group Exhibition - Art Village
Group Exhibition - Bar 10
2013
Christmas Group Show - Art Pistol
'Merge' - Group Exhibition - Skypark
'Rock Paper Video' - Group Exhibition - DNA
'Braw' - Group Exhibition - Offshore Coffee Shop
'Art Marries Music' - Group Exhibition - Bar 10
2012
Art Fusion - Group Show - Offshore Coffee Shop
Group Exhibition - Skypark
Group Exhibition - Art Pistol
Group Exhibition - Art Village
2011
Solo Exhibition - The 13th Note
'Geometric Glasgow' (Art Fusion) - Group Show - Offshore Coffee Shop
2003-2010
James Walter Gallery 2009-2010
Bar 10 Solo Exhibition 2008
Art in the City Gallery 2007-2009
Edinburgh Art Fair 2007 and 2008
Art Exposure Gallery 2006
GSA Degree Show 2006
Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh 2005
Horses Not Included, Motherwell Heritage Centre 2005
Kelvingrove Museum - 2003