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Artist Spotlight: Michelle Stevens

In this Artist Spotlight, a painted portrait by Michelle Stevens captures a seated couple. The man on the left features a bald head and white beard, wearing a multi-colored shirt. The woman on the right has long brown hair and a dark top, set against a green background on a brown couch.
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“Michelle Stevens graduated with a BFA from Massachusetts College of Art and Design with Honors and a Faculty Choice Award. Identifying as both an illustrator and fine artist, she received the 2019 Roddy Drawing Prize at ConcordArt, has shown in the ArtsWorcester Biennial, has been recognized by the Society of Illustrators, and has worked on major art projects for Boston Calling Music Festival. She has exhibited at Cambridge Art Association, Abigail Ogilvy Gallery, Clark University, House of Venus in Boston’s SoWA district, and Boston City Hall’s Scollay Square Gallery. See more at www.michellestevensart.com and stay updated by following @michellestevensart on Instagram.”

“This Artist Spotlight is presented by Worcester Magazine in partnership with ArtsWorcester. Since 1979, ArtsWorcester has exhibited and advanced the work of this region’s contemporary artists. Its exhibitions and educational events are open and free to all. Learn more at www.artsworcester.org.”

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