Programme Director of Fashion Image
As a female, black and French photographer, my practice, though not defined or driven by my gender and ethnicity, is imbued with a mix of cultural influences that have contributed to my present visual vocabulary.
Bio
From fashion editorials to portraiture, Michelle’s work invites conversations and questions about themes of human connection, perception and identity either as a reflective exercise or a commentary on topical socio-political debates. Michelle is interested in the exploration of societal stereotypes, cultural precepts and how those inform perceptions of ourselves and the Other. She is currently working on a project exploring AI possibilities, the gaps that may emerge when investigating representations of fashion, and how these can inform her own image making.
Michelle has studied at the University of Derby, and London College of Fashion. She has exhibited internationally in Paris, Frankfurt, Berlin, Jersey City, and in multiple group and solo shows across the UK including Mana Contemporary and Turner Contemporary. Her work has been featured in Vogue Italia, Lula Japan, King Kong, Nataal, iD, Vice and clients have included Ogilvy, The Guardian, Airbnb, LILY 中国官网
Michelle is part of the latest cohort of artists in residence at Sarabande Foundation’s new site Sarabande High Road for 2023/2024.