Michal Rebekah Art

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My Story

Inspired by memories, family, and the moments that matter most.

Michal Rebekah standing at the door of a wooden garden studio with a painted mountain landscape on the door.

Growing Up on the Farm

I grew up on a farm in Newent, Gloucestershire, where so many of my happiest memories were made.

Life there was full of freedom and imagination — being surrounded by animals, riding motorbikes through the fields, building dens out of old farm equipment, and sleeping outside under the stars to watch meteor showers. Even the quieter moments, like walking our dogs or watching fireworks over Gloucester, have stayed with me ever since.

Child in a red and black coat and red hat holding a yellow toy spade in a garden.
Two people drawing at a table beside an open garden door, with art materials spread out.

Finding My Way Back to Art

I’ve always loved painting. It’s something I’ve done from a young age, but for a long time I never had the confidence to share my work. Even though I was surrounded by friends who were successful artists, it took me a while to realise that my work and my perspective were worth sharing too.

Now, my paintings are inspired by the moments that matter most.

The Moments I Love to Capture

I’m drawn to the kinds of memories we all hold onto — childhood moments, family life, the small connections between siblings, grandparents, or close friends. They’re often the moments that feel ordinary at the time, but become the most meaningful as time passes. I love capturing these in a way that feels soft, natural, and timeless.

Artist in Cirencester
Michal Rebekah sitting indoors with a sketchbook on her lap.
Michal Rebekah smiling with her arms raised at an archaeological site in Mexico.

Inspiration from the World Around Me

Travel has also played a big part in shaping how I see the world. Visiting places like Mexico, Spain, America, Cyprus, and Thailand has given me a deeper appreciation for different ways of life, and that continues to influence my work in subtle ways.

Bringing Stories to Life

More recently, I’ve started illustrating children’s books — often inspired by personal memories, and sometimes personalised so families can see their own stories brought to life. It’s something I’m really excited to keep developing.

I work mainly in watercolour and oils, choosing whichever feels right to capture the emotion and atmosphere of each piece.

Watercolour illustration of a small brown dog standing beside a bucket of colourful flowers.

If something in my work resonates with you, or you’d like to talk about a painting or a personalised piece, I’d love to hear from you.

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