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Melanie Tiongson

American, b. 1981
Melanie Tiongson invites viewers into a world of fun and whimsy with her captivating artwork. Inspired by Filipino folklore and the boundless imagination of her young daughter, Tiongson's figures exude curiosity and joy. Through her mixed media paintings, she masterfully combines purposeful collages of vintage Tagalog books, expressionist abstraction, and charming illustrations, creating a visual language that radiates positivity and love. Born in the Philippines, Tiongson skillfully weaves the stories that have shaped her artistic journey into each of her creations. With a passion for preserving history, she diligently collects old vintage papers and books from her homeland, some dating back to the 1800s. Through her collages, Tiongson interweaves the rich tapestry of Filipino folklore and Philippine history, adding layers of depth and meaning to her artwork. This unique fusion of the historical and the whimsical encapsulates Tiongson's personal experiences as an immigrant and a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, granting her creations a profound sense of identity and authenticity. Tiongson studied at the Art Institute of California in San Francisco which pushed her beyond traditional drawing toward her unique illustration-inspired style in part through her love of graphic design. Her original artworks have been exhibited and collected throughout California since 2012. Tionson's representation by Artspace Warehouse Los Angeles since 2021 has significantly enhanced the artist's value by providing validation and credibility to her work and increasing exposure to a broader audience.
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The Sad One - Original Mixed Media Painting inspired by Filipino Folklore
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Melanie Tiongson invites viewers into a world of fun and whimsy with her captivating artwork. Inspired by Filipino folklore and the boundless imagination of her young daughter, Tiong...
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2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Canvas, Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic

The One With The Noodle - Original Figurative Mixed Media Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bay Area artist Melanie Tiongson's fun and whimsical artworks feature figures full of curiosity inspired by Filipino folklore and the uncompromised freedom of her young daughter’s im...
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2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

The One Speaking - Original Figurative Mixed Media Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bay Area artist Melanie Tiongson's fun and whimsical artworks feature figures full of curiosity inspired by Filipino folklore and the uncompromised freedom of her young daughter’s im...
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2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

Hopes Down - Original Mixed Media Painting inspired by Filipino Folklore
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Melanie Tiongson invites viewers into a world of fun and whimsy with her captivating artwork. Inspired by Filipino folklore and the boundless imagination of her young daughter, Tiong...
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2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Canvas, Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic

The Struggle - Original Mixed Media Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Melanie Tiongson invites viewers into a world of fun and whimsy with her captivating artwork. Inspired by Filipino folklore and the boundless imagination of her young daughter, Tiong...
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2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

The One With The Ducks - Original Mixed Media Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Melanie Tiongson invites viewers into a world of fun and whimsy with her captivating artwork. Inspired by Filipino folklore and the boundless imagination of her young daughter, Tiong...
Category

2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

The One With The 3D Glasses - Original Joyful Whimsical Illustration Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bay Area artist Melanie Tiongson's fun and whimsical artworks feature figures full of curiosity inspired by Filipino folklore and the uncompromised f...
Category

2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

The One With The Attitude
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bay Area artist Melanie Tiongson's fun and whimsical artworks feature figures full of curiosity inspired by Filipino folklore and the uncompromised f...
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2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

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Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

The One With The Gold Star
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bay Area artist Melanie Tiongson's fun and whimsical artworks feature figures full of curiosity inspired by Filipino folklore and the uncompromised f...
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2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

The Crimson One - Artistic Figurative Painting inspired by Filipino Folklore
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Melanie Tiongson invites viewers into a world of fun and whimsy with her captivating artwork. Inspired by Filipino folklore and the boundless imaginat...
Category

2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

The Surprised One - Original Mixed Media Painting inspired by Filipino Folklore
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Melanie Tiongson invites viewers into a world of fun and whimsy with her captivating artwork. Inspired by Filipino folklore and the boundless imaginat...
Category

2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

The Petrified One - Original Mixed Media Painting inspired by Filipino Folklore
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Melanie Tiongson invites viewers into a world of fun and whimsy with her captivating artwork. Inspired by Filipino folklore and the boundless imaginat...
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2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

The Furious One - Expressionist Abstraction, Tagalog Inspired Figure Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Melanie Tiongson invites viewers into a world of fun and whimsy with her captivating artwork. Inspired by Filipino folklore and the boundless imaginat...
Category

2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

The One With The Bean - Original Joyful Whimsical Illustration Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Melanie Tiongson invites viewers into a world of fun and whimsy with her captivating artwork. Inspired by Filipino folklore and the boundless imaginat...
Category

2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

The One With The Flute - Original Joyful Whimsical Illustration Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Melanie Tiongson invites viewers into a world of fun and whimsy with her captivating artwork. Inspired by Filipino folklore and the boundless imaginat...
Category

2010s Contemporary Melanie Tiongson

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Wood Panel

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