Michele Mikesell’s 24" x 48" oil-on-canvas piece captures the surreal interplay of human form and animal instinct. A central figure, adorned in a colorful diamond-patterned garment and a striking coyote mask with pointed ears, stands out against a dark, atmospheric background that hints at a moody landscape.
Through her layered and textured painting technique, Mikesell explores themes of irony, contradiction, humor, and tragedy. The piece is a profound reflection on individuality, instinct, and the universal human experience, brought to life through her distinctive anthropomorphic artistry.