About Michi

The name MICHI stems from a Tao word meaning quite literally “path” or “road”. Metaphorically, it takes on the meaning of ones ‘inner path’, or ‘life journey’.

Acting as an umbrella organization, MICHI represents and supports separate artists with common interests. So, it works as an extension to the Artist’s studio. Each Artist works independently on his or her own portfolio until a creative opportunity comes their way, when skilled teamwork and varied aesthetic expressions and experience are contributed towards the manifestation of the project. This for e.g can be a group exhibition, or a Hotel Project, or educational workshops.

As additional activities, the Studio Gallery in Chipbee Gardens holds regular Open House Shows, Film nights by independent local Movie makers, Life Drawing Classes, Flamenco Guitar and Dance evenings, Corporate Events, Wine Tastings etc….

Resident Artist Ketna Patel explains:
“There are some disabling myths about what art is, how to do it, what is good art, and what art is for, that have gagged generations, depriving them of a significant and natural means of expression. We believe that Artistic and visionary expression in today‚s world is about reflecting a world that is so large and layered and complex, with such a melting pot of cultures and mindsets, that more than ever, Art ceases to be just an extension of the artist‚s ego. An Artwork is not unlike the telling of a story, with the Artist being but a translator, or medium. And these mediums can be through Mathematics, Songs, Poems, Computer Programs, Dances, Installations, Music, Food etc.

Thus, the artist does not just produce THIS. He or she produces and explores with that, this, what was, what could be, found objects, recycled materials, photography, paints, mud, curry paste, newspaper, tea-leaves, acrylics, digital media, etc…... Whatever seems the most appropriate for the deliverance or recital of that particular narrative.

Responsibility for the telling of a story ensures that the work is deliberate, diligent, and fresh. It is really NOT about throwing things on the canvas, and hoping for the best!

MICHI Art Consultancy

Our strengths lie in the fact that, we can wear the caps of artists, designers and art consultants all at the same time, working from our own individual studios, thus making the setup very cost efficient. This way, bold ideas from experienced artists are also not dampened by too many ‘middle’ people.

At Michi, the Artists work with the brief, the setting and the story. And shape the Art around it. Our services remain quite personalized as we only take on a handful of projects at a time. As the client deals directly with the Artist, there is less room for misunderstandings, delay and unforeseen costs, making for increased efficiency when it comes to working within the perimeters of the client brief, budget, and time frame.