Wednesday, August 20, 2014

Michele Lynch and her Steampunk Souls

I first discovered figurative pop surrealism artist Michele Lynch only recently, when I saw her tagged in a photo on Facebook with Mab Graves and Aunia Kahn at Alexi Era Gallery. Being a fan of the other two ladies' work, I clicked on Michele's profile straight away, and upon scrolling through her page, became completely smitten with her art. 

You can see why:

'The Plot' - Michele Lynch
'In Loving Memory' - Michele Lynch
'Katianna' - Michele Lynch

I love the way Michele explains the inspiration behind creating her amazing pieces: "The Steampunk Souls were created after working for a company where [I] nicknamed the Vice President 'The Soul Sucker'. Driving to and from work every day, [I] began to envision a group of misfit rebels that could rise up and take back their kingdom of creativity from The Soul Sucker. The Steampunk Souls became those rebels." Ha! 

Michele explores these characters and their stories through sculptures and 3D paintings, which have been exhibited all over the USA and right around the corner from me here in Melbourne at Auguste Clown Gallery

'The Caretaker' - Michele Lynch
'The Hallow Sisters' - Michele Lynch 
'Darcy Zombie' - Michele Lynch
Aside from exhibiting her work in various fabulous galleries, Michele also sells items through her online store and her Etsy shop, like these little beauties:


'Steampunk Souls Jessie' - Michele Lynch
'Vampire Bat Girls' necklaces - Michele Lynch

I recently ordered one of her print sets and I absolutely love it. Each of the prints in this limited edition set is signed and numbered on the back. 



Michele was even kind enough to include a sweet little note with the package.



The set includes: 


'Belladonna' - Michele Lynch
'Wednesday Addams' - Michele Lynch
'The Plot' - Michele Lynch 
'The Caretaker' - Michele Lynch
'Lucretia' - Michele Lynch
I popped these little darlings into plain black frames today.


And finally, here is the lady herself - just as gorgeous and fabulous as her art  ❤



16 comments:

  1. I have to agree with you. Ms. Lynch has created some very compelling art pieces.

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    1. She sure has Nightwind, do you have a favourite?

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    2. I'd say either the pic called "The Hallow Sisters" or "The Plot."

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  2. Ooooh, I love them! They look great in their little black frames. Where will you hang them, Gothic Flamingo? :)

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    1. Thank you, Insomniac! I love this little 5x7 collection of Michele's work too! I think they are going to have to take pride of place on top of the bookshelf in my study :)

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  3. Is it wrong that I get so excited about this stuff? Seriously, my heart is thumping! I'm totally new to her artwork... I LOVE it! Thank you so much for sharing it, Bec! ❤

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    1. Oh my absolute pleasure Emma! I was so thrilled when I discovered her work - I kinda had a feeling you'd love it as much as I do! ❤

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  4. I am curious about " SteamPunk"? Michelle is wonderful, thank you for sharing this amazing artist! And Nice to visit your fabulous hideaway! xoDebi

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    1. It is my pleasure Debi, I'm so glad you enjoy Michele's art too! Thank you for stopping by, lovely to see you here! ❤

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  5. Wonderful art. 'Katianna' is perfect.

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    1. I love 'Katianna' too Ms Misantropia! I think she might just be my favourite of all Michele's sculptures ❤

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  6. WOW!!!! I have went to her Etsy shop. I think I will be ordering from her too ;o) Thanks so much for sharing! Her art is amazing!
    Big Hugs ;o)

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    1. Her Etsy shop is full of such beautiful things isn't it, Magic Love Crow?! Let me know what you end up purchasing, I would love to see it! Big hugs to you too ❤

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  7. I fall in love with her art... so wonderful!

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    1. It's just amazing isn't it, MK? I have fallen in love with it too! I particularly adore 'The Plot' - do you have a favourite piece?

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