Melanie MacVoy

 

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Artist.jpgMelanie’s creative talents and love for nature found inspiration 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 organized a successful art exhibition and silent auction to raise funds to preserve the old growth forest in this region.  Melanie also volunteered as a trail builder on several week long hiking excursions in these pristine areas.

 

In 2000, Melanie decided to commit to a lifestyle as an outdoor enthusiast and joined the mountainous community of Fernie, BC.  Her paintings found renewed inspiration when she gained employment with Island Lake Lodge, located in the Cedar Valley Old Growth Reserve.  With the opportunity to study and co-exist alongside these “gentle giants” on a regular basis, Melanie’s enchantment with the old growth cedars blossomed into her predominant choice of subject matter.

 

“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 British Columbia, Canada.

 

 

tree of life

The Fernie Banner Project

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