Michelle Mason

Michelle Mason is a London-based writer and photographer. She studied illustration and art history at Chelsea School of Art, and later worked as an exhibition designer at the National Gallery. Her best-selling non-fiction books include Love Vintage and Flower Market, and most recently Independent Shops London. Behind the Portrait is her first novel and was published autumn 2026.

Praise for Behind the Portrait:

"Seductive, smoky Bohemia – this is a novel about secrets. A portrait of coming of age as well as art in the making. Behind the Portrait is full of gorgeous detail. Perfect for fans of Lucy Steed's The Artist and Sophie Haydock's The Flames."

Rebecca Fletcher, Writer & Literary Reviewer

"An atmospheric and accessible read, full of cultural references and interesting questions about artistic ownership. I absolutely loved it!"

Siobhan Ferguson, Author of Pretty City Paris