An artist and educator, Madeleine Kelly has been invited to judge numerous exhibitions, lecture and teach multiple mediums. Madeleine never formally studied art, although she continues to grow as an artist and has achieved her skills through workshops, museums, and demo presentations with such leading artists as Elizabeth Mowry, Rea Redifer, and Homer Johnson. Her works are displayed and admired in public and private collections around the world. Her paintings have been selected for various national and international juried exhibitions where she has received numerous awards. She is also a signature member of the Philadelphia Water Color Society and Maryland Pastel Society.
Her work has been published in magazines and newspapers including featured articles in the Philadelphia Inquirer and American Artist Magazine feature. Her artwork can be seen gracing the set of an indie film; “The Suspect”. She serves as Vice President on the board of the Philadelphia Water Color Society. Her studio is in Southeastern Pennsylvania.
Statement
Exploring the mundane to find the marvelous I like to find the sensual contrasts, in a landscape or face, for me art is passion, discovery, evolution and an endless journey. Exploring the versatility of multiple mediums, I use texture and color to create interest. Although my inspirational triggers are everywhere it is often the medium itself that drives me.