Michelle Patrick is a multi-disciplinary artist and photographer whose unique background in ballet and theatre has shaped her approach to visual storytelling. Originally from Queens, New York and currently based in Las Vegas, Nevada, Michelle brings a performer's intuitive understanding of movement, emotion, and human connection to every frame she captures.

Drawing from years of training in the performing arts, Michelle has developed an exceptional ability to see and capture the subtle shifts in posture and gesture that reveal deeper stories about identity and human connection. Her theatrical foundation allows her to create environments where subjects feel genuinely at ease, enabling her to capture those moments when people forget about the camera and simply exist—when their true character emerges.

Her recent solo exhibition GRACE exemplifies her commitment to exploring the complexities of the human experience through intimate portraiture.

Currently, Michelle is developing an important series examining the female experience in rancher life—work that challenges narrow narratives about the American West and honors the contributions of women who have long been overlooked in these communities. This project reflects her broader commitment to using art as both mirror and window, allowing people to see themselves reflected with dignity while offering others insight into experiences beyond their own.

Winner of the Boynes Artist Award Monthly Art Award (June 2025), Michelle believes that the best art emerges when we embrace the full diversity of all human experiences and remain open to transformation. Her work serves as a testament to photography's unique ability to break down barriers of misunderstanding and build bridges of empathy across different communities.

"I believe the best portraits happen when people forget about the camera and simply exist in the moment—that's when the real character reveals itself." - Michelle Patrick