Hello!
My name is Camille Soltani Icely. I am an artist and a poet, and you will find most of my paintings and poetry go together, telling a story of personal growth and transformation that flow from my spiritual journey and faith in God, along with my love for humanity.
I was born and raised in Summerville, SC. Throughout my twenties I spent many years traveling and living abroad, working with non-profits in India and the UK; yet even during my travels I never stopped painting.
I met my husband while living in England, and after moving back to Summerville in 2019 I now spend my days as a full time mother, painting from my home studio, and working downtown Summerville at the CC Artist Cooperative - Studio 4 at the Public Works Art Center. You can usually find me live painting there on Thursdays, so if you’re local, please stop by and say hello- I’d love to meet you!
I created Sarah Camille Art to bless and encourage all who come across my paintings or books. I pray my artwork speaks to each person in it’s own personal way, to remind them that they are deeply loved in all that they are. I do not classify my art as religious; but the power of faith and love is a huge component of my paintings.
My artwork and poems are for all. By all, I mean everyone- no matter who you are, or what you believe; and no matter what you can or cannot afford, for everyone is deserving of love. YOU are the real masterpiece in the making.
About the Artist
Sarah is a girl who grew up in the woods, catching bugs and playing outdoors. She had a deep love for animals and discovering as much as she could about this beautiful world God created. She was a dreamer; a dreamer who believed anything was possible. She loved princess movies and believed in fairy tales. She knew she could be whatever she wanted to be, because she was complete in who she was.
The Story behind the name, Sarah Camille Art
When Sarah was 10, a great tragedy occurred in her life, and her world was shaken. This season lasted for several years, and it was around this time Sarah decided she didn’t want to be Sarah anymore. She changed her name and ran away from everything that reminded her of who she once was.
When Sarah was in her 20’s she became exhausted from constantly running, and when she slowed down, love caught up with her. Layer by layer love healed her, restored her, and reminded her who she is… the very identity she had been running from…
A daughter.
Yet she discovered she wasn’t just any daughter, but a daughter of God- the very spirit of Love himself. She found this love in Christ, and in Him, her connection to God, the earth, and finally- her connection back to herself. She found Sarah again, and in finding Sarah she began to truly heal. Although she was known by a new name, Camille, Sarah was still very much alive within her.
This is my story, and why I sign my art 'Sarah Camille' even though I go by Camille. This is also why my greatest hope in all I paint, create, and write is for each person, no matter who they are or what they believe, to feel seen, and known, and loved- because you are loved more than you know. And like I mentioned before, YOU are the real masterpiece in the making.
