hi, my name is Mel

I’m from southern Nevada but have now spent more than half of my life in northern Utah. I live with my husband, who I married in 2016 and have cherished every moment I’ve had him in my life. We have one baby girl, who gets more wild as the minutes pass, and three dogs - Margo, Winston, and Fleur. if I’m not painting, I’m with my people, reading a good book, or binge watching my latest obsession show. I love music and know probably a little too much about astrology for not being an astrologist. I always have a drink near me, probably water or Diet Coke. I love to travel and experience life! I’m an open book so please ask away if there’s anything you’re curious about.

I've always been an artist. I remember my first easel I was gifted for Christmas, my favorite purple marker that was unlike any other purple marker I’d ever used. I remember the pride I felt when my art made it to the fridge and became determined to make it into frames. I never thought I’d get to spend my life painting though, yet - here I am, a self taught artist with a dream that seems to be materializing.

I’m inspired by movement, textures, nature, and cultures. when I feel inspired, I have to act and create. my favorite part of that process is when I don’t have a fully formed idea but as I’m going, it all comes to life. the process of going is what helps me make and it fills my soul with fire. it is an absolute honor to have you here, to share my art with you in whatever form you’re here for.