BIOGRAPHY
Elise Mendelle is a London-based contemporary artist whose work explores the emotional depth and complexity of the female form through bold, expressive brushstrokes and a pared-back use of colour. Her paintings capture moments of introspection and experience, blending realism and abstraction to evoke the hidden stories within her subjects. Elise has gained significant recognition, with her work featured in prestigious exhibitions across the UK and internationally, including a sold-out show with Oreofe Gallery in Paris and highly regarded shows in London’s Notting Hill, Highgate, and Piccadilly Circus. She recently won the Director’s Choice prize resulting in a solo show at Henarch Galleries in London and exhibited at Saatchi’s The Other Art Fair in March, 2025. Her art continues to resonate with audiences worldwide, offering a compelling exploration of identity and emotion.
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Awards
December 2024 Director’s Choice Award – Falling Exhibition, Henarch Galleries, London
November 2022 – Highly commended piece – Inch Arts Winter Exhibition
March 2022 – Artist of the Month WINNER – Dark Yellow Dot
July 2021 S-P-A-C-E Online Exhibition – WINNER Highly Commended
Representation
Gabriel Fine Arts – 2019 to 2023
Concept Art – 2019
Exhibitions
December 2024 Falling Exhibition – Henarch Gallery, London
December 2024 Elevations – Tapiial Virtual, Online Exhibition
October 2024 Studio Fridays Art Fair – Whetstone, North London
October 2024 Abstract Reflections with Oreofe Gallery – Lespace Gallery, Paris
July 2024 L’été Parisien, The Contemporary Edition with Oreofe Gallery – sold out show, Lespace Gallery Paris
June 2024 Murmuration Group Show with the ADL collective – J/M Gallery, Notting Hill, London
December 2023 Winter Exhibition – Folkestone Gallery, Folkestone
December 2023 Art Matters with VVA Arts – Coffee Matters, Shoreditch, London
July 2023 London Calling Exhibition – Avivson Gallery, Highgate, London
November 2022 Winter Exhibition – Inch Arts, Altrincham
October 2022 Studio Fridays Art Fair – Insight School of Art, Whetstone, London
October 2022 The Agony and Ecstasy of Being with Gabriel Fine Arts – Koppel X, Piccadilly Circus, London
September 2022 New Artist Fair – Truman Brewery – London
May 2022 Ora Taproom – Owning It, Solo exhibition – Tottenham
May 2022 Art Space at Cass Art, Moments of Contemplation – Hampstead
March 2022 Affordable Art Fair with Gabriel Fine Arts – Battersea Park, London
Feb 2022 Colorida Gallery – Lisbon, Portugal
November 2021 Roy’s Art Fair, London
July – Aug 2021 Threshold – D-Contemporary Gallery, London
July 2021 Royal Arts Prize – La Galleria, Pall Mall, London
July – Aug 2021 Portraits – Brick Lane Gallery, London
July – Sept 2021 Town House Open 21, Town House, Spitalfields, London
July 2021 S-P-A-C-E Online Exhibition – WINNER Highly Commended
June – July 2021 City Versus Nature with Gabriel Fine Arts – The Gallery 70, London
Oct 2020 Sheroes in Quarantine, Mental Health – Online Exhibition
Oct 2020 Colour Boom – Boomer Gallery
Oct – Nov 2020 Part 1 The Era of Seclusion, The Visionary Projects – Online Exhibition
Aug 2020 Artsolation Body Study – Online Exhibition
6-8 March 2020 Talented Art Fair – Truman Brewery, London
20-29 Feb 2020 Royal Arts Prize – Exhibition in London
2019 and earlier
2019 Luxembourg Art Fair – Represented by Van Gogh Gallery
2019 Going and Coming, Rossocinabro Gallery Roma – Rome Art Week
2019 Beauty and Elegance, International Art Exhibition – Rome
2019 Represented by Concept Art at New Artist Fair and 100% Design – London
2019 Collettiva Natura nell’Arte, Chie Art Gallery. Milan
2019 Beauty and Elegance, Flyer Art Gallery – Rome
2019 St Albans Affordable Art Fair – London
2019 ‘Dreams’ at Old Biscuit Factory – London
2019 Passaggio in Laguna – Venice
2019 ArtRooms Roma – Rome
2018 New Artist Fair – Old Truman Brewery London
2017 Artsdepot Open – Barnet, London
STATEMENT
As an artist, I am drawn to the quiet power of the female form and the emotional depth that lies within everyday moments. My work centres on capturing women in states of introspection, where light, colour, and texture converge to tell a story that is both personal and universal. Each piece I create is an exploration of identity, emotion and the complex layers of the human experience.
I work in acrylics, using bold brushstrokes and a pared-back colour palette to convey my figures in an abstracted sense. My process is intuitive and deeply connected to the emotions I wish to convey. I begin each painting with a clear vision of the mood I want to express, allowing the minimalism of my brushstrokes to guide me. The texture of the paint and the movement of my brush become essential tools in conveying the depth of feeling I see in my subjects. While my work often starts with a realistic foundation, I embrace abstraction to capture the essence of the moment, giving the viewer space to interpret and connect with the piece on their terms.
I make art because I believe in the power of visual storytelling. Through my paintings, I aim to create a dialogue about the often-overlooked emotional landscapes that define our lives. I am fascinated by the way simple lines can transform a scene, revealing truths that might otherwise remain hidden. My goal is to invite viewers into these intimate spaces, encouraging them to see the beauty in vulnerability and the strength in quiet reflection.
Ultimately, my work is a celebration of the female form, a tribute to the intricate and often unseen moments that make up our daily lives.
