Melissa Gannon

Secrets in the Mountains, Original Painting

2024

Artist Comments
Mountains inspire, intimidate, shape weather, shelter wildlife, and hold secrets. This piece draws inspiration from artist Melissa Gannon's trip to the Wallowa Mountains in Oregon. Using a variety of tools and techniques—including palette knives, silicone brushes, paper towels, and finger painting—the composition features expressive marks and layered colors that capture the region's complexity.

About the Artist
Artist Melissa Gannon brings a vibrant celebration of nature to her paintings, drawing inspiration from her travels, hikes, and local exploration. Using various mediums, including watercolor, acrylic, and oil, she captures the serenity of woods, the beauty of birds, and the lively hues of flowers in her artwork. "I reflect the joy inherent in the world around us," says Melissa. In 2001, she began teaching art classes. Melissa finds that it enhances her work as she continuously seeks challenging material to match the fast-growing skills of her students, keeping her in a constant state of reaching and learning. In her well-lit studio adorned with art supplies, books, and project photos, Melissa alternately enjoys the serenity of silence or the comfort of music during her creative sessions. Beyond art, her joy extends to various activities, including knitting, cycling, and cooking.

Words that describe this painting: mountains, trees, Wallowa, Oregon, impressionism, landscape, acrylic painting, purple

Secrets in the Mountains
Melissa Gannon
Acrylic painting on stretched canvas
Painting wraps around edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2024
24 in. h x 30 in. w x 1.5 in. d
4 lbs. 5 oz.