“ I am moved by pure, unadulterated human existence and especially attracted to the aged, young, suffering and 'special' - those rare individuals who hit your heart and, for a moment, inspire you to reconnect with the life force that drives you to be the best possible version of yourself. ”

At age three or four, Noelle Nevolo was told that her disability (juvenile spinal muscular atrophy) would not allow her to enjoy the physical activities that largely defined the social loves of her peers. She secretively practiced art and excelled, but hid her skill, as she was unconvinced that she might excel at anything. "For years I faithfully denied my ailing body and my art - both craved to be loved and used." Drawn to portraits of the disenfranchised, Noelle's large- scale paintings render a strong command of the chosen media. "Sometimes I am so elated that dancing seems in order. Sometimes I am so angry that a hard jog around the block feels proper. I do not dance and I do not run - when I'm driven to express all that is within I pick up a brush and this girl's life force pours out." Despite much exposure to art lessons and academic instruction, she believes strongly that no one has taught her. Noelle credits New York City based painter Jan Frank as providing invaluable life/art experience as a mentor, employer, and friend.