Melissa Stephens Jurors Award My paintings are heartfelt abstractions inspired by reallife stories and experiences. Compassion, hope, gratitude, and soul-searching guide my work, fostering re ection and introspection. I infuse layers of color, asemic writing, and hand-written text to express my deepest feelings. Dried owers symbolize memories and moments in time. I’m passionate about making art accessible and teaching viewers about encaustic painting. When shared, my goal to connect with others through art is complete.
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