The Orange County Center For Living Peace commissioned Melanie to paint a 9x9 foot Mandala for their permanent collection.  Melanie created the Mandala during their grand opening weekend and held soft pastel workshops for children in attendance.

 

Melanie's newest painting "The Messenger" is an ArtSlant.com 2010 Showcase Winner.

 

 

 

 

 

"Queens of the Avant Garde"  Solo Exhibition at Rebecca Molayem Gallery will run through April17th.   The Gallery is also accepting sign ups for my "Introduction to Pastel Painting" workshops to be held in April.  Phone or stop by to inquire.  310.652.2620

 

"Vessels of the Avant Garde"  Solo Exhibition at the Deborah Martin Gallery has been extended through January 9th 2010.   The Gallery will be hosting a Closing Party January 9th, 6-10pm  featuring live music, closing of Melanie's Silent Auction, and the sale of Limited Edition Giclee Prints.

Deborah Martin Gallery
209 W. 5th St. 
Los Angeles, CA 90013

www.deborahmartingallery.com

 

* Melanie was recently interviewed by Erin Darling of "The Pop Fix" on the upcoming Exhibition!      www.ThePopFix.com

 

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Melanie has just completed her last painting for her Solo Exhibition "Vessels of the Avant Garde." This is a very special piece that Melanie has created to benefit a local animal charity.


Mrs. Van Latum in conjunction with Deborah Martin Gallery will hold a Silent Auction for this piece, titled "Cloistered Coiff." All proceeds from the auction will go directly to PAWS Los Angeles.


"Cloistered Coiff "

soft pastel on black velour

19 x 24"

2009

Signed and framed by the artist


Bidding begins at Artist Reception, December 12th and runs through

January 2nd, 2010.

 

 

 

 

 

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Solo Show & Silent Auction: December 12th 2009 - January 2nd 2010

Opening Reception: December 12th 6-10pm

 

Melanie is so excited to announce her Solo Exhibition, Vessels of the Avant Garde, December 12th 2009 at the Deborah Martin Gallery in Downtown Los Angeles. The show will include new soft pastel pieces and 8 new oil paintings in her signature fem style. Melanie is also creating a 13th piece for her Silent Auction to benefit PAWS LA.

 

Deborah Martin Gallery
209 W. 5th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90013

www.deborahmartingallery.com