Michele Cross

I currently work primarily in graphite pencil drawing, sometimes with a pop of color to highlight or distract. I love creating surreal combinations of differing imagery that do not relate precisely but still hold a relationship, often with a contrast between modernity and historical themes. Such as, an old photograph of an unknown person or visited location will spark a reference in my mind of a movie, a song, or maybe a story, and then the picture will evolve.

I sometimes create more traditional portraits, to capture the likeness and character of the subject. And other times, I employ a more imaginative lens to create a dramatic representation of a specific trait or persona, and then I simply have some fun with the dynamics.

I studied Industrial Design at the Central School of Art and Design in London, England, and moved to Canada in 1995, taking fine art courses at OCAD and TSA in Toronto. I worked in oils and acrylics for a number of years, exhibiting in a number of shows. I then discovered my passion for quirky, strange drawing.

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