“Melon Dance” Art on Paper House paint on canvas

House paint on canvas

and sgraffito and crackling are used freely to enhance the textural quality of the work

Her process begins with painting the papers and then exploring color through cutting and manipulation

Both by creating this overview and by using soft

and has been profiled and reviewed extensively in such publications as Architectural Digest

“Melon Dance” Art on Paper House paint on canvasMadeleine Shaws landscapes depictprimeval and intense environments. Fantastical and surreal elements abound,with flowers and animals appearing in unexpected places. Forms are suggested but not clearly defined. Asian influences reflect her love of Asian art. They are edge to edge compositions filledwith a variety of techniques. Textile elements from Madelines quilting work are playfully incorporated, and sgraffito and crackling are used freely to