Turn the Tide

About the Art: Mel's love for the ocean, and beach-culture inspires all of her work. Ocean waves, landscapes, and tropical flowers are her favorite subject matters. Influenced by her interest in Japanese printmaking, she uses acrylic paint pens to achieve her intricate line work and vibrant colors.

Materials Used: Acrylic paint pens

About the Artist: Mel Patterson is a surf artist based in San Diego, California. She has studied art most of her life, and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Graphic Design. After working as a graphic designer for the last 15 years, she rediscovered her love for painting in 2020. Creating pieces to bring the beach indoors, while California beaches were closed.