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I am a painter and printmaker in Watsonville, California. My work explores the boundaries between reason and myth. Reason and myth both help us to understand the world, one by describing facts, the other by telling stories. The place where they meet is sometimes fraught with tension, sometimes filled with magic.
Visit my website to see more of my work:
http://www.mswest.com
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All art and images are copyright Melissa West.
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Eugenie on Mar 22, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThis is a blessed and amazing art .it arrived in perfect condition and sooner than I expected . I am grateful to have discovered Melissa and her amazing gift.The picture has so many little details in it and I enjoy looking for these details from Julian’s church and cell to her little cat. I am really very impressed and feel Blessed by the love and care which went into the creation of Julian’s life. Great communication from Mellissa keeping me updated all the way.
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Michelle on Dec 14, 2023
5 out of 5 starsWhat an absolutely lovely item and seller! I had my eye on this print for a long time before purchasing it, and it is even more beautiful in real life. Such a magnificent design, rich gorgeous color, and printed on the highest quality heavy textured paper. Seller went above and beyond in accommodating my request for color swatches of other ink colors for future purchases of the same item. She was extremely forthcoming, patient, and quick to respond to extensive inquiries pre-purchase: a lovely person who creates such thoughtful and beautiful artworks. Also: the prints arrived startlingly quickly, and packaged as securely as they could possibly be, using repurposed material. An excellent experience in every way. Thank you! :)
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Sign in with Apple user on Mar 16, 2023
5 out of 5 starsLove love ❤️. I recently returned from a trip to Paris with my son; i ordered it as reminds me of a piece of graffiti I saw. Thanks for sharing your art.
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Alanna on Mar 12, 2023
5 out of 5 starsFab! Arrived promptly well packaged with extra little cool gift of postcards that I love.I will definitely buy from this shop again.Thank you!
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Myfanwy on Mar 10, 2023
5 out of 5 starsBought this as a gift and I'm very happy with it. The print it beautiful and the service was excellent,
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Shelly on Mar 9, 2023
5 out of 5 starsMelissa's work is deeply evocative for me. This is my third piece of hers. Two are hung in a central place in our home and I stand and look at them frequently.
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About mswest
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Melissa carving a large piece of linoleum. -
A linoleum block in progress. -
Romanesque art is a big influence on my work. -
Printmaking is too much fun.
I love prints!
Shop members
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Melissa adjusting the press
Owner, Artist
In 2006, after walking the Camino de Santiago, I felt the need to make a series of black & white images. I said, "Why not prints?" I immediately carved 20 blocks, and was hooked. I have not stopped since.
Production partners
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4by6.com
San Francisco, CA
I have used 4by6 to print my postcards for almost a decade. Their work is impeccable. I am pleased to be able to offer my artwork on their cards.
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A commercial printer
CA, United States
Commercially printed card of my original art.
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Rubber Stamp Manufacturer
United States
I created the print and labeling. They make the actual rubber stamp.
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