Michele Taras

After 25 years as a photographer, including eight years in fashion photography with publications like Vogue Italia, Vanity Fair, Elle, and Harper’s Bazaar, Michele Taras embarked on a new passion in 2018: painting. Described as “reminiscent of Picasso - after he fell into a rainbow” by reporter Kitty Huisman, Taras's bright and colorful paintings bring happiness and energy to any room.

 

Taras's unique style blends fauve art and expressionism, drawing inspiration from the world of imagination. Her whimsical paintings are filled with playful energy, patterns, and vibrant colors, rejecting traditional rules in favor of heart-driven expression. She primarily uses acrylic paint, a fast-drying medium that keeps up with her vivid imagination.

 

Passionate about social issues, Taras often addresses themes such as nature conservation, women's issues, and injustices in her work. Her paintings invite viewers to discover hidden meanings and deeper symbolism within the patterns.

 

Taras's works are held in private collections across Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, the Middle East, and the US. Her art has been featured in various juried shows, including the prestigious Paint Ontario. In 2019, she founded the North-End Art Girls (NEAG) to support other female artists, hosting several art shows throughout the year.

 

With bold primary colors, playful vibes, and hidden meanings, Michele Taras's art adds a lively focal point to any room, sparking conversations among viewers and collectors.