About
Michelle Oglesby
American born in Nürnberg Germany
Lives & works in Munich Germany
My work is a celebration of vibrancy, texture layers, and the interplay of nature and abstract forms. I enjoy exploring the theme of organic forms through radiant colors and rich patterns. Flowers, a major influence in my art, represent resilience, transformation, and the delicate balance between life’s fleeting beauty and its enduring energy.
The use of gold and metallic elements in my recent work draws attention to the inherent value we often find in simple, natural forms, while the abstract elements say what words can not communicate. The bold contrast of hues creates a dynamic tension, reflecting both the joy and fragility of life.
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Education
1998-2003 Winthrop University, Bachelor of Fine Art specializing in sculpture
Awards
2002-Admitted to the College of Art and Design, Sculpture specialization
2001-2003Awarded semi-private studio pace for five semesters
2002-President's Purchase Award
2002-Phil and Mary Keenan Merit Award
Exhibitions & Commissions
2017 - Muralist for Loveland, CO, USA Transformation project “Where tulips come from”
2017 - Pastels on 5th event “Cheer up VanGogh”
2017 - Sidewalk Art for Colorado State University “Graduation”
2017 - Sidewalk Art for Loveland's “ Night on the town” (3 works)
2016 - Pastels on 5th event “Virus breaking Tulip”
2006 - Commissioned Mural “Winnie Pooh and Friends family tree”
2003 - Senior Sculpture Show
2003 - Senior Solo Exhibition
2003 - South Carolina State Fair Art Competition “Full Moon” drawing. 2nd place amateur drawing
2002 - Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition
Two pieces where in installed on Winthrop University's campus
2002 - Winthrop’s 14th Annual Undergraduate Juried Show
“Van Gogh's Ear” a broach.
Phil and Mary Keenan Merit Award
President's Purchase Award
2001 - Art Ware Sculpture Show
2001 - Union of Student Artist Show
2000-Raw Art Sculpture Show