Michelle Valentine is a nationally recognized artist, public television host, and international cruise speaker whose artwork reflects a deep love for beauty, psychology, and travel. With a background in psychology and interior design, Michelle’s creative career spans gallery exhibitions, museum shows, and media features. She is the host of Love Eat Travel with Michelle Valentine, broadcasting nationally on PBS member stations (and streaming via PBS.org and the PBS Passport app) that inspires her vibrant floral and heart-themed artwork.

Her work is part of both private and corporate collections and is now available as canvas prints, posters, stationery, and a full line of art-inspired travel bags. Michelle lectures regularly aboard luxury cruise lines, presenting engaging seminars on art, design, and culture.

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Michelle Valentine is a vibrant artist, television host, and international speaker whose artwork reflects a lifelong journey of creativity, emotional expression, and global inspiration. From early black-and-white analytical expressionist paintings to her current colorful works inspired by flowers and hearts, Michelle’s style has beautifully evolved—mirroring her travels and the places that have touched her soul.

Michelle Valentine holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, with additional studies in Interior Design, Textiles, and Black & White Film. Her academic background, combined with her brief introductory career in interior design, formed the foundation of her emotionally intuitive and visually compelling art.

She first publicly exhibited in 2004 at the Orlando Museum of Art, where her painting “Distressed Frenchman” was featured in the Orlando Sentinel. Since then, she’s shown her work a second time at the Orlando Museum of Art, at notable venues including Steinway Hall Orlando (where her exhibition drew the gallery’s largest audience to date), Gallery at Metro, and the Baldwin Park Art Stroll. Her art has also been displayed at Wine Styles in Baldwin Park and was part of collections at Crown Bank and Aloma Executive Center in Winter Park, Florida.

A listed artist with the Orange County Registry of Florida Artists and The Artists Registry, her work has been featured on Orange/Vision TV, in cooperation with Orange County Government, Florida.

She is currently the host of Love Eat Travel with Michelle Valentine, broadcasting nationally on PBS member stations (and streaming via PBS.org and the PBS Passport app). The series takes viewers on cultural journeys through vibrant destinations, and serves as a natural extension of Michelle Valentine’s passion for exploring beauty, color, and meaning in the world. Her love for global gardens and cultural symbols often comes alive in her new paintings, especially those featuring flowers and hearts.

In addition to her original artworks, Michelle Valentine now offers her pieces as canvas prints, posters, and stationery—providing more accessible ways for admirers to enjoy her art. She has also launched a line of travel bags that feature her vibrant paintings—tote bags, weekender bags, fanny packs, and rolling luggage—allowing art lovers to carry beauty with them wherever they go.

A seasoned public speaker and cruise lecturer, Michelle Valentine regularly presents art and lifestyle seminars aboard Royal Caribbean, Princess, and Celebrity Cruises. Her signature talks blend her expertise in psychology, design, and travel to inspire audiences worldwide.

Her popular art seminar topics include:

• Creating Harmony in Your Home – Using color, scent, and art to transform your space (audio CD available)
• Decorate Your Home Caribbean Style (audio CD available)
• Decorate Your Home Mediterranean Style (audio CD available)
• Beautiful Italian Gardens
• Creating Serenity with Italian Fountains
• Shrines of the Italian World
• Beautiful Mexican Gardens
• Shrines of the Mexican World

Education & Artistic Training

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan

• Additional studies in Interior Design, Interior Studio, Textiles, Drawing, and Black & White Film

• Apprenticeship with ASID designers at Hudson’s Interior Design Studio

• Award-winning Interior Designer at Jacobson’s Home Stores

Exhibitions & Art Shows

• Orlando Museum of Art – “The Art of Women” and “HeARTfelt” (including televised lecture)

• Steinway Hall Orlando / Steinway Piano Galleries – Solo exhibition

• Gallery at Metro – Group exhibition

• 3rd Annual Baldwin Park Art Festival – Select works displayed

• Wine Styles – Select art on display

• Downtown Orlando Arts Market – Artwork and floral designs

Corporate & Private Collections

• Crown Bank, Winter Park, Florida

• Numerous commissioned and privately collected works nationwide

Artistic Style & Product Line

• Offering canvas prints, posters, and stationery to make art more accessible

• Creator of a full line of art-based travel bags: tote bags, fanny packs, backpacks, weekender bags, and rolling luggage

• Signature analytical expressionist style, now evolving to colorful floral and heart-themed works

• Inspired by psychology, human emotion, and global travel

Travel TV Host & Global Inspiration

• Host of Love Eat Travel with Michelle Valentine, broadcasting nationally on PBS member stations (and streaming via PBS.org and the PBS Passport app)

• Artwork inspired by the destinations explored in the show—especially gardens, shrines, and natural beauty

• Paintings often reflect themes of serenity, love, and the beauty of everyday moments found while traveling

Cruise Ship Lectures & Seminars

• Featured cruise lecturer aboard Royal Caribbean, Princess, and Celebrity Cruises

• Engaging, visually rich seminars on art, travel, culture, and design

• Popular seminar topics include:

  • Creating Harmony in Your Home (audio CD available)

  • Decorate Your Home Caribbean Style (audio CD available)

  • Decorate Your Home Mediterranean Style (audio CD available)

  • Beautiful Italian Gardens, Creating Serenity with Italian Fountains, Shrines of the Italian World

  • Beautiful Mexican Gardens, Shrines of the Mexican World

Media & Public Recognition

• Host of nationally-aired Michelle’s Craft Show and syndicated talk show for 7 seasons, Michelle Valentine Show

• Known as “Orlando’s Oprah” for her relatable, engaging television style

• Featured artist on Orange/Vision TV (Orange County Government)

• Coverage in the Orlando Sentinel, FOX, ABC, NBC, CBS

Author, Columnist & Public Personality

• Published author and long-time advice columnist of “Dear Michelle Valentine”

• Creator of lifestyle, travel, and relationship-focused media content

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