Melanie MacVoy
Melanie’s
creative talents and love for nature merged when she was invited as a guest artist
to the Stoltmann Wilderness near Whistler, BC.
After spending several days hiking and art making with other artists,
the Western Canada Wilderness Committee put together an art show and silent
auction to raise funds to preserve the old growth forest in this region. She also volunteered as a trail builder in
these pristine areas.
In 2001, Melanie decided to
commit to a lifestyle as an outdoor enthusiast and joined the community of
“When I take a deep
breath of this atmosphere, rich with oxygen and life, my spirits are renewed
and I am inspired to be creative.”
While
experimenting with fresh approaches to technique and composition, Melanie’s
artwork continues to evolve and mature.
She is excited to be a part of the growing arts community of Fernie and
the Kootenay region of
