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Donna Melanson has had a life long passion for drawing, painting and sewing.
She was lucky enough to have many years of private art lessons
and a mom who taught her how to sew, design and create beautiful things.

Melanson graduated from Regis College with a B.A. in Psychology and a Certificate in
Art Therapy. She then pursued careers in the Mental Health and Advertising fields.
While raising her family she was able to get back to the things she loved.
Her endless desire to figure out how things are made, led Donna to try silk painting.
She loved the way the dye flowed on the silk, and the unpredictable nature of the results.

Many types of silk are used in the creation of Melanson's silk scarves and hand sewn
pouches, purses, and framed work. She employs many techniques - stamping and resist,
as well as a more blended watercolor effect - to achieve her one of a kind results.

Melanson loves teaching, as it brings back the warm memories of being a student.
She has been teaching at DeCordova Museum for many years and also offers
classes at Silk & Clay Studio. .

 

 

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