To help you get to know the Studio Fridays artists better, I’ve asked each of them to share three pieces of their work and answer three questions about their practice. Here is……

Elise Mendelle

1. My favourite work from last year is:

2. The piece I am working on now is:

3. My favourite work ever is:

Searching – 50 x 40 cm, Acrylic on canvas, 2023

4. What plans do you have for showing your work in 2026?

I have already exhibited this year at the Fresh Art Fair and The Other Art Fair. There are plans underway for a solo show (or joint show) later in the year… watch this space!

5. What makes your work recognisable?

My expressive brushstrokes, minimalist compositions and focus on female figures make my work instantly recognisable! I am often told that people know my work from seeing it on Instagram, which is huge recognition and validation of my current style.

6. What do you see as your greatest success to date?

My greatest successes so far have been my exhibitions in Paris with a completely sold out show! I was also thrilled to win the Director’s Choice Award at the Falling Exhibition at Henarch Galleries in London, which led to a solo show at the gallery – a very proud moment at the busy private view seeing all my hard work come together.