“Michelle in Yellow” elevates magazine mosaic into a study of timeless elegance and warmth. Rendered with bold, angular lines, Michelle’s profile emerges in stark black-and-white fragments—an homage to classic sophistication. Her visage is punctuated by vibrant swaths of golden yellow, woven from sumptuous magazine clippings: a gleaming rotary phone dial, an opulent British ballroom scene, and a lavishly decorated Christmas tree that conjures memories of cherished family traditions.
Though she exudes a hint of decadence and material allure, Michelle’s grounded warmth shines through in the careful balance of tones and textures. The yellow accents speak to her sunny generosity and subtle opulence, marrying luxury with approachability. Michelle in Yellow is a portrait of character and contrast, demonstrating how magazine-mosaic collage can capture both the opulent and the intimate in a single, radiant image.
Medium: Collage on Canvas
Artist: Jessi Golden
Original Artwork Size: 24" x 30"
Year Created: 2025
“Michelle in Yellow” elevates magazine mosaic into a study of timeless elegance and warmth. Rendered with bold, angular lines, Michelle’s profile emerges in stark black-and-white fragments—an homage to classic sophistication. Her visage is punctuated by vibrant swaths of golden yellow, woven from sumptuous magazine clippings: a gleaming rotary phone dial, an opulent British ballroom scene, and a lavishly decorated Christmas tree that conjures memories of cherished family traditions.
Though she exudes a hint of decadence and material allure, Michelle’s grounded warmth shines through in the careful balance of tones and textures. The yellow accents speak to her sunny generosity and subtle opulence, marrying luxury with approachability. Michelle in Yellow is a portrait of character and contrast, demonstrating how magazine-mosaic collage can capture both the opulent and the intimate in a single, radiant image.
Medium: Collage on Canvas
Artist: Jessi Golden
Original Artwork Size: 24" x 30"
Year Created: 2025