Welcome to the Official Website of Michele Silva

Step into a world where art and memory intertwine, where every brushstroke tells a story, and every canvas invites you to linger. Michele Silva, an accomplished fine artist and educator, blends the richness of cultural heritage with the vivid power of imagination. With exhibitions spanning the United States and Portugal, Michele’s work is a heartfelt exploration of nostalgia, identity, and the narratives that shape us.

About Michele Silva

A Journey Through Art and Education

Michele Silva, a proud Luso-American artist, has dedicated over two decades to creating and teaching art. Her bicultural identity, deeply rooted in both Portuguese and American traditions, profoundly shapes her artistic vision. Michele’s work delves into themes of memory—personal, cultural, and collective—bringing forgotten stories and emotions to life on canvas.

Her exhibitions have graced some of Portugal’s most revered venues, including the Cascais Municipal Gallery, Óbidos Municipal Gallery, and the Gulbenkian Ponte do Sor Library, bridging her transatlantic heritage through compelling visual narratives.

Beyond the gallery walls, Michele has authored and self-published a beloved series of children’s books, showcasing her boundless creativity across multiple artistic disciplines.

Memória - New Paintings

An Ode to Portugal’s Nostalgic Soul

Michele Silva’s latest project, “Memória” offers a poignant exploration of Portugal’s rich cultural past. This highly anticipated exhibition captures the essence of saudade, the uniquely Portuguese emotion of longing and nostalgia, through a series of breathtaking paintings.

Each piece in the collection is a masterful representation of:

• Traditional Portuguese attire, intricately detailed and vividly rendered.

• Cultural narratives, woven with Michele’s distinctive visual storytelling.

• The essence of saudades, evoking deep emotional resonance in every viewer.

Vibrant colors and delicate textures bring Portugal’s history to life, celebrating its heritage while offering fresh artistic interpretations.