Fetlework Tadesse, also known as Fela, was born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. She graduated from Entoto Technical and Vocational Education Training College with a diploma in Fine Arts specializing in sculpture in 2004. Later, she pursued painting at Addis Ababa University Ale School of Fine Arts and Design, where she obtained a Bachelor's Degree in painting in 2019.

Fela has actively participated in various group exhibitions since 2004, showcasing her work at prestigious venues such as the Ethiopian National Theatre, Ethiopian National Museum, Ethiopian Royal Palace, and Entoto Fine arts. She has also been featured in numerous events at Sheraton Addis Hotel, Hilton Hotel, and Skylight Hotel, as well as group art exhibitions at Red Door Art Gallery, Addis Fine Art, and Post Gallery. In 2023, Fela held her debut solo exhibition at Findika Cultural Center, and her artwork is represented by postgalleryet. She also showcased her work at Booth ALT 12 at the Investec Cape Town Art Fair in 2024. Fela had the honor of exhibiting her pieces in Ethiopia and internationally, including a duo solo show at the Addis Ababa Modern Art Museum (GKDM) in March 2025.

Fela's artistic style is characterized by semi-realistic depictions using brush stroke techniques, often featuring self-portraits that reflect her attitude and daily life routine. She draws inspiration from observing everyday life, mundane patterns, body movements, fashion trends, and controversial ideas, which she incorporates into her art through question and answer sessions with herself. Colors, forms, and body gestures serve as key inspirations for her work, allowing her to explore anatomy and structure while painting emotions and attitudes. This July 18, 2025 she's part of “Roots and wings” a group exhibition at Stuttgart, Germany curated by Tesfaye Urgessa internationally acclaimed artist.