ABOUT
Merichel Sanchez
Merichel is a mixed-media artist based in Naarm/Melbourne. Immigrating to Australia from the Philippines, being an artist is something she didn’t think she’d be pursuing. Growing up in a background where she was told to be “practical” and follow the rules, being creative is a way to rebel from standards that suffocate the souls and feed greedy systems that disempower and oppress us.
Starting in 2023, she committed to the creative path by getting a degree in Visual Arts. Which allowed her to deepen her practice and skill set in painting, drawing and introducing her to printmaking and mixed media work. Allowing her to create thought-provoking work which play with the themes like womanhood, feminist issues and authentic expression.
Merichel uses creativity to bring healing for herself and to do something for others who are open to receiving. She intends to remind folks of the power that lives within them. Using social media as a tool to make her work accessible, and runs monthly in-person creative sessions. A space that allows you to create for the sake of creating as you reconnect with your creative side.
If you want to collaborate or get a commission piece done by Merichel, fill out the form below.