Michelle Kaplan
MICHELLE KAPLAN Michelle Kaplan is a mixed media artist who lives in Ellsworth Maine. Michelle is best known for her custom portraits. With her use of light, texture and color, her work creates a mood that transforms the portrait into a classic heirloom piece that can be enjoyed for generations. Michelle has studied under such masters as Chin Kok Tan, Daniel Quigley, Bernie Vinzani, Lain Stewart, Geoff Slater, Vladimir Volegov. Stephen Scott and John Murden among others. Michelle began drawing and painting as a little girl several decades ago. She learned from her mother who was also a consummate figure artist. Michelle also has a love of dance and all things feminine which has strongly influenced her work. Michelle's favorite artist is Vladimir Volegov and she has emulated his style. She has replicated some of his work for learning purposes only. Her best work is her own done in her own unique style using a technique she has developed herself. Michelle is also is a Physician Assistant locally and practices Emergency Medicine. Her study of anatomy has affected her art and her art has affected her medicine. She finds the two disciplines to be complementary to one another. Michelle's art has been sold and displayed internationally. Most recently Southwest Harbor at the Salty Dog Gallery., John Edwards in Ellsworth, The Asticou Connection Gallery, Sunbury Shores in Saint Andrews NB, Jarea art studio, New York Institute of technology gallery, University of Maine at Machias gallery, Serendipity Art in NB, Featured Artist at FASO, Pennsylvania Art Association special feature artist. MDI art walk juried show and more. Michelle's paintings have been sold to clients from around the world. One of her specialties is "In Memoriam" portraits that can bring lost love ones together with current generations. Michelle's turn around time for a portrait varies between 2days to 3 weeks and depend on a variety of factors.
