Be fearlessly authentic.
Bravely be blue.
Original artwork that blends texture, emotion, and fearless authenticity.
“My hope is that when you experience my work, it sparks a connection; whether to a cherished memory, a place that stirs your soul, or a feeling that resonates deeply within you”
-Michele Doucette
Michele is a Calgary-based artist known for her textured, emotive paintings that blend bold colour with deep connection. Her work is inspired by personal experiences, nature, and the stories we all carry. Crafted with the hope that each piece resonates in a unique and meaningful way.
Award winning art with a purpose.
Michele’s work has earned international recognition, with one of her paintings winning a Silver Award and five others receiving Bronze Awards in the 2022 International Juried Visual Arts Competition. She was also honoured with the Talent Prize Award at the same competition.
Beyond accolades, Michele’s art is rooted in community and giving back. She has helped raise awareness and funds for CUPS Calgary, using art to spark conversations and support meaningful change. Her bold red bear, Scarlet, was also featured in Imperial’s United Way campaign, continuing her mission of using art to inspire and uplift.
For Michele, art is more than paint on canvas, it’s a way to connect, give back, and make a lasting impact.
Bold, textured, and full of character.
Michele’s signature Blue Bears are a celebration of individuality and expression.
Explore original artwork by local Calgary Artist,
Michele Doucette.
This is Michele’s story.
”Sometimes in life, the risk you are afraid to take is the one that changes your entire life” -Kylie Francis
This quote perfectly captures Michele Doucette’s journey into the world of art. Her passion for painting emerged at a time when she faced a health hurdle that changed her path and allowed her the space to discover and embrace her creativity. It may have come later in life, but she believes the timing was perfect. With experience as an athlete, professional trainer, and outdoor enthusiast, Michele has always been comfortable with the uncomfortable. That mindset gave her the confidence to think outside the box, embrace uncertainty, and not let fear of failure hold her back.
What started as an unexpected artistic discovery has now evolved into…
What it’s like working with Michele.
As the owner of a car dealership, I was looking to have a painting created to reflect the classy and sophisticated designs of our vehicles. Michele is a new up-and-coming artist and I had seen some of her paintings and it was clear she had a talent that she had recently discovered, especially when creating texture and bringing vivid colours to her works. I shared my vision with Michele, however ultimately let her come up with the design. Michele did not disappoint…
-Doug S.
Michele is a brilliant artist and an authentic soul. She asked me to meet her to talk about a volunteer fundraising ideas she had that could benefit CUPS Calgary, who helped the most vulnerable in our city. The fundraising idea turned out to be a brilliant picture of a blue bear on a Porsche Hood. Did I also mention she is incredibly creative, innovative, and generous? This fundraiser not only served to demonstrate…
-Carlene D.
We are a Flooring Distributor and went through a major renovation of our Calgary showroom and wanted to finish it off with a few art pieces. We were working with a designer and I happened to stumble across a video on social media where Michele was telling her story, it inspired me so I went in to look at her pieces. To my surprise I was instantly drawn to the Bears she was working with and so I sent an E Intro…