About The Artist

 "Life itself is as complex as the various pieces of a collage." - by Shantell Lewis

This quote describes the art work of Shantell D. Lewis.  She is a native of Virginia, Her over sized collection of collages  and paintings have been inspired by her travels, African American life and history.  The mixture of patterns, media and combinations of colors make these collages as striking as the subject matter. Shantell's use of silhouette figures made of various materials in the collages represents the imagery of everyday people. Her paintings and collage style has been compared to the works of her idols Romare Bearden, Ernie Barnes and Charles Searles.
  

The artistic talents of Shantell Lewis was discovered at an early age.  While residing in Maryland, Shantell opened her first art business, Unique Décor, where she would have showings of her art work in individual’s homes. As a self-taught multi-media artist,  Shantell has always loved drawing and painting the lives of  women.  In 2015, Shantell enhanced her portfolio by creating a collection of collages. She enjoys sharing her artistic gift that God has provided her with the world.