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ABOUT THE ARTIST

Bella Harris featured via Vogue Italia 


Bella Harris' written and editorial contributions are part of The Lunar Codex, a digital, analog time capsule archiving the works of over 40, 000 contemporary artists, writers, musicians, and filmmakers. Landing on the moon Feb 22, 2024 under the umbrella of the Beautiful Bizarre Magazine collective, these capsules represent the dreams and dedication of many that now live on into the beyond...


ARTIST STATEMENT:

Immersed in a lush tapestry of imagination sparked by the natural world, my creations are imbued with the intricate nuances and charm of cottagecore aesthetics. Through my artistic lens, I aim to capture the essence of simplicity, grace, and wistfulness, inviting viewers to step into a world where the delicate balance of nature is celebrated. 

ARTIST BIO:


Bella Harris is a self-taught artist, writer, and creator of Wooden Ophelia, a contemporary brand that specializes in modern moon-shaped shelves and artistic wooden pieces to add a touch of magic to your living space. An Independent Contractor on the Management Team, for 10+ years has held a multifaceted role of Online Editor, Social Media Manager, Administrative Assistant, and Content Creator at Beautiful Bizarre Magazine.    

With a background in medicine and an Associates of Applied Sciences, it wasn't until 2010 that her personal journey in the art community began. Through continuous reflection, the whimsicality of her creative spirit thrives through the use of innovative methods, always exploring a fresh approach to her craft. 

In 2011, Bella launched a debut capsule collection in Italy, Designs by Bella: Vintage Lollipops x Magazzini Del Sale, displaying five original illustrative designs. Additionally, Bella's visual creations, have been been internationally exhibited and featured in a number of galleries, online and print media.

WRITING:


She is also an author of Children's/YA Fiction and freelance writer. She received Honorable Mentions in the 77th Annual Writer’s Digest Writing Competition in the Children’s/Young Adult Fiction category, 78th Annual Writer’s Digest Writing Competition for poetry, an Editor’s Choice Award for outstanding artistry by a poet, and was selected as one of fourteen applicants to attend author, Simon Van Booy’s writing workshop. Her creative works have appeared in Beautiful Bizarre Magazine (website and quartley print publication), gadflydreams.com, pocketchange.become.com, Bedtime Stories, Mississippi Crow Magazine (four issues), Network Magazine (two issues), Cornerstone Newspaper (Fashion Columnist), PaperDolls Magazine (three issues), Estella’s Revenge, and other print and digital media.

ADDITIONAL PRESS/PUBLICATIONS:


She has been featured in Elle Spain, Vogue Italia, Jeffreycampbell.com, Nasty Gal, NYLON, envishoes.com, DISfunkshion Magazine, lemndrop.com, stoli.com, Lucky Magazine, China Shopping Magazine of Beijing, Chicisimo, Blue Onion Marketplace, Stolen Thunder, Smashion, and The Skinny. Bella has worked with clients such as designer, Karen Brat for K. Brat, Red Light Public Relations for Little Rooms Cryptid Collection, Ozone Designs, Amanda Deer Jewelry and Design, Abazias Diamonds, ShadesDaddy.com, The Leather Satchel Co, Period Media GLEAM Body Radiance by Melanie Mills, makeup artist for Dancing with the Stars, Copper Etiquette, Max Steiner Designs, We Love Colors, Alex and Vina, Glamorous Republik, Misikko, illia, Coupon Mountain, RUYA, Shabby Apple, Fake Tattoos, CSN Stores, Stop Staring, zagg.com, and Lingerie Please.

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