The act of creating for me is about the journey, allowing process to inform design. Whether I'm working on a wall piece or painted finish in a client's home, surface design is primary in my work. Inspired by color, pattern, and texture; I combine fabric, wire, metal, and reclaimed wood, with surface design and fiber techniques working to merge art and tradition.

With a unique style and sense of color Michelle Aquilino creates distinctive wall and functional art. Aquilino's work has been featured in solo and group exhibitions with highlights including Surtex 99' - Designs for Every Surface in New York, and the American Inaugural Art Exhibition at the Washington Design Center. Michelle attended California College of the Arts where her primary field of study was fine arts, with a focus in textiles. While at CCA she was awarded the Ruth Boyer Emeritus Scholarship. She also has studied set and costume design at Carnegie Mellon University and theater arts at Long Island University.

My Website
michelleaquilino.com
My Email
michelle@michelleaquilino.com