Artist Statement
I have been drawing and crafting since I was a child and even though I never received a formal art education, I have continuously made efforts to improve my skills independently. Nature has been and always will be my greatest teacher. I was raised in and still reside in Northern California, and I have always drawn inspiration from the natural shapes and colors within my surroundings. My father is also an artist. Watching his own creative process and ability to self-teach is what led me into the exciting world of autodidacts. As a child, I watched PBS art shows and checked out drawing videos and tutorial books from our local library. As an adult, I still challenge myself to learn new techniques through various resources. Independent learning has definitely been a slow and sometimes frustrating process but the results continue to be
extremely rewarding. Psychology is also an interest of mine. I have a bachelor’s degree in psychology, and some of my creations are inspired by contemplations on human behavior and cultural influences. I’m also a strong believer in art therapy, for I myself have found creativity to be extremely healing. No matter what I create through drawing, painting, sewing, woodworking, or jewelry making, my intention is to spread uplifting energy and to inspire others to explore their own thoughts, feelings, and creativity.
Samples of Melissa's Work
Many of the items below are from the past, before we opened an online shop, and they are only being shown to highlight my creative style. Some items are no longer available, but some may be currently listed in our shop. If you see something you are interested in, but you can't find it in our shop, feel free to contact me. I'll let you know if I'm able to fulfill your request through a custom order. You may use the interactive menu below to jump to specific categories.
​
