Artist Lori Mirabelli presents a compelling portfolio of bold and vibrant abstract paintings. See more of her work by visiting her website.
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“I Got Angry” acrylic on canvas, 20” x 20”
I was born in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Most people who know it refer to it as the “Soo”. Even though the Soo was a great place to grow up, I never quite felt like I fit in. I always had this little voice in my ear saying, “There is more to explore. Don’t settle.”
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“Isn’t She Lovely” acrylic on canvas, 30” x 40”
I came to realize in my early thirties that it didn’t matter how much I tried to deny it, I was an artist. I owed it to myself to be authentic and true to who I was meant to be.
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“Starlet” acrylic on canvas, 12” x 16”
I have never been a person who takes baby steps. In 2009 I sold my house, left my job, family and friends, and moved to Toronto, Ontario. It’s very nerve-racking to take a leap of faith. What if I wasn’t good enough or hated city life?
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“Speed of Light” acrylic on canvas, 24” x 24”
It took a few years to acclimate myself to the big city. Once I felt that I was ready to accept the outcome, I applied to an art exhibition. That was back in 2014. Since then, I have grown my curriculum vitae and am excited to say that I’m represented by eight galleries.
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Artist Lori Mirabelli with her painting “Jump” acrylic on canvas, 60” x 48”
Making art isn’t therapy, as some people think. At least for me it’s not.
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“Open Window” acrylic on canvas, 16” x 20”
I’m not sure exactly how to describe the feeling—the best explanation that I can come up with is that it’s energy. This energy vibrates within me. For years it drove me crazy. It was like an insatiable thirst I could never quench.
![abstract painting by Lori Mirabelli](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/jump-2-acrylic-on-canvas-40x60-1.jpg)
“Jump 2” acrylic on canvas, 60” x 40”
I was always on the lookout for something that would ease the desire. Knitting? Nope. Home renovations? Nope. Furniture reupholstering? Nope. Sewing? Nope. It wasn’t until I was in my last year at university that I found out that I could complete the remainder of my degree with some courses from the Fine Art department.
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“Red Stripe” acrylic on canvas, 16” x 20”
I took a painting course, and it was the first time I had ever used acrylic paint. It was an instant love affair. I felt like I had finally found what I had been yearning for. My work primarily features bold lines and geometric forms that work together with a strong reliance on space.
![abstract painting by Lori Mirabelli](https://www.artsyshark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/i-wanted-acrylic-on-canvas-12x12-1.jpg)
“I Wanted” acrylic on canvas, 12” x 12”
My work is constantly evolving. My specialty is creating large scale abstract paintings for businesses and homes.
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Artist Lori Mirabelli with her work
The last few years have been quite the journey. I finally have a place where I feel like I fit in and I have an amazing career as a painter.
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love your work, very impressive
Thanks so much Robin 🙂
Saludos Lori…
Gracias por todo lo que aportas y admiro mucho tu trabajo.
Gracias.
Love your work!!!
Love your work and your endurance …