I'm Mel, an adventure artist who loves to explore the outdoors and document their experiences in paint.
I recently launched a virtual retreat center for artists and creatives called Persistent Bloom! Why? I've been an arts educator for over a decade and I want to help others persistently bloom into their practice. Here on YouTube, I share behind the scenes on my adventures, deep dives into my studio practice and inspiration, answering questions and providing prompts to keep you inspired, and how I'm managing being a full-time artist in the Bay Area.