Pink Torso The Minimalist Collection Melissa Smith Acrylic and paper

Melissa Smith Acrylic and paper collage on canvas My work responds to the subtleties and complexities of everyday life

the cutting of shapes

Ripples may be a two dimensional photograph

She explores the spirit of the colors and movements she observes in an effort to both echo nature and spark our imagination

Melissa Smith Acrylic gouache colored pencil and paper collage on reused stationery cardstock

Pink Torso The Minimalist Collection Melissa Smith Acrylic and paperAnnette Rotz Chalk Pastel on Card I m drawn to seeing the richness of color beauty and humor in everyday life It could be a certain quality of light a feeling of deep connection or a striking composition that inspires me to explore and experiment further to reveal a deeper layer