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Michelle Thomas Artist
"Almost In" Richly Textured, Street Art, Modern, Vibrant, Playful, Child, Bold

2025

$2,300
£1,766.18
€2,026.09
CA$3,231.77
A$3,619.38
CHF 1,888.53
MX$44,209.15
NOK 24,027.63
SEK 22,648.92
DKK 15,120.43

About the Item

"Almost In" is a deeply personal, introspective painting by contemporary artist Michelle Thomas, exploring the quiet spaces of childhood memory and identity. At the center of the composition is a simple stick figure, drawn with childlike honesty and symbolic intention. Positioned in open space—neither excluded nor fully embraced—the figure becomes a gentle metaphor for those early moments when we begin to understand our own difference. It’s not isolation, but observation; not rejection, but reflection. Rendered in a soft, emotive palette of warm yellow, blue-violet, and muted gray, the painting balances light and mood. Yellow radiates comfort and memory, while cooler tones add a layer of contemplative distance. The surface is richly textured, layered with brushwork that mirrors the emotional and developmental layering we carry from childhood into adulthood. Just like a painting builds depth over time, so too does the inner self—shaped by the spaces we once stood in. "Almost In" is not about being left out, but about finding strength and creativity in the in-between. It honors the quiet observers, the dreamers, the ones who stood just outside the circle—and learned to see the world in their own way. Why “Almost In” Stands Out: A Poetic Take on Childhood Memory With a minimalist figure and symbolic use of space, the painting evokes the subtle emotional textures of growing up—without sentimentality or sorrow. Layered Texture as Inner Growth The surface is built with visible layers and tactile movement, representing the way identity develops over time. Each layer adds nuance, history, and resilience. A Soft, Thoughtful Palette Warm yellow suggests nostalgia and comfort, while blue-violet and gray add balance and introspection—creating emotional harmony. Artwork Details: Title: Almost In Artist: Michelle Thomas Medium: Acrylic on canvas Dimensions: 60” H x 20” W x 1.5” D Palette: Warm yellow, blue-violet, soft gray, white, and muted neutral accents Finish: Satin varnish; painted edges; ready to hang Frame: Complimentary floater frame included (black, white, silver, or gold—chosen after purchase) Who This Is For: Collectors drawn to personal, symbolic storytelling in visual form Designers seeking artwork with emotional depth and subtle color harmony Lovers of minimal, figurative work with poetic sensibility Interiors styled with modern, contemplative, or art-forward aesthetics About the Artist: Michelle Thomas is a contemporary painter whose work explores themes of identity, transformation, and emotional presence through color, texture, and symbolic imagery. Her paintings often begin from personal memory—moments of internal tension, reflection, or quiet becoming. “Almost In” is inspired by Michelle’s own childhood experience of feeling on the edge—of watching more than participating, of sensing more than speaking. But rather than view that space as one of lack, she reclaims it as a place of creativity and clarity. Through richly layered textures and minimal forms, she tells stories of self-acceptance, emotional layering, and the strength found in quiet observation. Her work is collected nationally for its visual honesty, evocative palette, and ability to hold both vulnerability and confidence in the same breath.
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  • Creation Year:
    2025
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 60 in (152.4 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Woodstock, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2668216722382

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