Artist Inspiration: Melissa James

July 06, 2011



After posting pics of
my kitchen
the other day, I was asked
about the large painting (above)
just around the corner from it.


So happy to share the artist with you...
she is my very talented personal friend
Melissa.

My treasured painting
with soothing shades of grey and sand
is called "Progression."


Melissa James

Melissa is an incredible
photographer and stylist as well.


Escape

She often works
with acrylics on canvas,
inspired by nature's
beauty outside her window.




And her taste?

It's the best!
When she says buy a particular
scarf or jacket or whatever,
its wise to buy it.
'cause this girl has an eye.


stunning snaps of Paris

To see her inventory, commission a painting,
or book this Chicago-based photographer,
visit Melissa James Studio.


Across the Universe

Beach

Hope

The artist is in aviators with
me  a monkey on her back.

Melissa is one of the friendliest, funniest,
and creative people you will ever meet!

Isn't her work tranquil and ethereal?

Peace to you right where you are.

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10 comments

  1. DelaneyJuly 6, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Gorgeous painting!

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  2. MarianneJuly 6, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Wow, her work is gorgeous!!!

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  3. Alison @ The PolohouseJuly 6, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Love it, Michele!
    I wish I could paint and capture a mood and emotions like that.
    Truly a gift.
    Thanks for sharing this local gal with us!
    xx
    Alison

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  4. Splendid WillowJuly 6, 2011 at 11:17 PM

    Michele - I love her artwork. Serene and beautiful. Very soothing. And I am not a bit surprised that you are a lucky owner! I am so glad you did this post. (I am so following the link).

    Happy, happy to you! (We have spent ALL day at the beach. Good times!).

    Mon

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  5. TiffJuly 7, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    Your friend's paintings are gorgeous! So tranquil and beautiful! She is very talented! X

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  6. Luciane at HomeBunch.comJuly 7, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    Stunning post, Michele!!

    Thank you so much for your super sweet comment, sweetie. I truly appreciate it!

    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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  7. Meera @ firstsenseJuly 8, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    I need this kind of quiet beauty in my life, Melissa's work is stunning and soothing.

    It's lovely that you know her and have her beautiful work in your home.

    Meera xx

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  8. micheleJuly 8, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    i AM lucky, meera. her work fits so perfectly with what i'm trying to accomplish here with peace and atmosphere.

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  9. Eileen @ CottageBeachHouseJuly 8, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    lovely work, photos and painting, are all very very pretty.

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  10. abeachcottageJuly 9, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Lovely painting and her work is wonderful. Thanks for stopping by and sharing at Beach Cottage Good Life Wednesdays.

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