About Michelle Fleur

Welcome to the wonderful, whimsical, and wild world of Michelle Fleur! That's me! I am an artist, illustrator and craftsperson residing in a leafy part of Perth, close to the Indian Ocean. My work is inspired by my time spent outdoors, snorkelling at our local beach, walking in the hills and adventuring in other places around Australia.

I am constantly amazed at the world beneath the waves, the colours and textures of the reef and the creatures that reside in the saltwater realm. Sea creatures are a recurring motif in my work and I'm deeply enamoured by whales who migrate along the West Australian coast every year. From the wild to the domestic, cats also feature heavily in my creative practice as I marvel at the relationship between myself and my little fur buddy, Frankie, who also acts as my mostly very unhelpful studio assistant. Hah! But the critter love doesn't stop there! Any and all manner of creatures pop up in my work as I find myself enchanted by the wonder of our global animal brethren. By exploring the colourful connections between humanity, animals and wild places, I celebrate the wonder of nature with a vibrant devotion to its mysteries.

Lately, I have also been drawn to exploring ideas (including visual representations) surrounding beauty, femininity and the female form in western folklore, antiquities and culture. What began as a side interest to my main practice has become a long term source of creative enquiry and inspiration. 

Materially, my work is a playful exploration of mixed media, painting, watercolour, ceramics, and multidisciplinary approaches. I am continually trying new approaches to art making and incorporating them into my broader practice.

I teach workshops in contemporary watercolour, mixed media and creative journalling. I am available for both private or group tuition. I am also open to commissions. Please get in touch via the box below or email me at michellefleurk@gmail.com for enquiries.