Artist Profile — Michelle Wilkin
Michelle Wilkin is a New Zealand-born artist, working in abstract minimalism.
Based in Tamaki Makaurau, Auckland, Wilkin’s practice is inspired by the peaceful and evocative influences of nature. Using her signature neutral colour palette and a variety of techniques, Wilkin works on raw and unprimed canvas, manipulating layer upon layer of acrylic paint, creating an atmospheric, harmonious, soft effect as the paint soaks in to its surface and gradually desaturates. Her works are as much about the intention of subtle details, as they are the absence of them.
“My works are an escape from today's loud and busy world, offering a place for the viewer to sink into their thoughts and find comfort in the quiet spaces. My practice aims to challenge the concept of what some people may envision when thinking about abstract art.” - Michelle Wilkin
