Author: melwell

Crow in the Snow

Crow in the Snow, oil on panel, 20×16,” emerged slowly, built from observation, memory, and intuition rather than s

Motifs

When I painted this piece, I found myself stepping into a kind of inner desert. This one felt as real as the landscape outside

Brown Earth, Blue Morning

This painting began the way many of my paintings do — by standing at the end of my driveway and looking out at the land that

Mantis

When I began Mantis, I wasn’t sure whether I was painting a creature, a presence, or a state of mind. The image grew out of

La Malagrada Embrujada

In my newest painting, La Malagrada Embrujada (“The Bewitched Unfortunate One”), I revisited the folklore figure of the wa

Celebration for Jupiter

This vibrant portrait of Jupiter Sky-Fish celebrates his creative spirit and presence. Painted in bold, swirling colors, the w

Behind the Scenes: Preparing Small Works for the Holiday Show

The studio is buzzing with energy as I prepare for the upcoming Holiday Small Works Show at Parsons Gallery of the West. This

Prepping for December’s miniature show

The Holiday Small Works Show at Parsons Gallery of the West is coming sooner than we think! I’m getting ready for this y

North and South Sides of the Village

North Side and South Side are companion pieces inspired by the architecture and living traditions of Taos Pueblo, one of the o

Over the High Desert Trail

“Over the High Desert Trail,” oil on canvas by Melwell, 28×24 – Call Parsons Gallery of the West at +1-