Melodye Stimpel
Abstract Impressionism
Open to commission work.

About Melodye: Inspired by the natural world

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As a child, Melodye was always creating. She was most inspired by her high school art teacher where she learned many techniques and styles of drawing and painting. He encouraged her to explore and combine art with her love of Biology and Nature.  Her love of color and texture has developed into many styles and themes over the years. She was a clinical research professional who ran global trails from my St Augustine home office … an office that is also her art studio! What better way to escape the stress of corporate responsibilities than to spin her chair around and unwind with a brush or pallet knife, or experiment with a new expressive technique recently acquired?

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Melodye constantly researches new methods and products to incorporate into her art.  Her focus shifts from time to time, as she meanders between or creates a combination of watercolor, pastels, oils, pallet work and even some pen & ink.  Since 2020 most of artwork has been in fluid art.  Pouring acrylic paints with intention, then embellishing with a variety of tools (often her fingers) and materials such as gold and silver leaf. She often incorporates elements of the natural world into her art, including leaf prints, sea fans and shells and sand.

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Melodye's husband Thom is from Laguna Beach, California – a small coastal town considered by many to be the art capital of the US. They lived in nearby San Clemente for many years and enjoyed frequenting the galleries and festivals held in Laguna throughout the year. They had the good fortune to travel extensively, acquiring fine art at auctions and regional pieces from individual artists they met in our travels to New England, Alaska, Hawaii, California, Mexico, Central and South America, Europe, New Zealand and Australia.  She also takes inspiration from many famous artists they have met during their travels, including Peter Max, Daniel Wall, Chris DeRubeis, Simon Bull, Michael Goddard, Allison Lefcort, and others.

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Everyone needs more color in their lives, and Melodye strives to evoke a sense of happiness and joy through bright color choices and subject matter. She loves “thrilling our friends” with imaginative works that they request, often having them lend a hand - or a few colorful fingers - to the creation of their own special art.