About my work

My practice is centered around the exploration of line work. I create abstract art that captures the essence of freehand painted fine line work with colorful acrylics, using my own unique style and technique.

My work is inspired and influenced by the complexity of life experiences and seeks to capture the emotional and psychological nuances that define existence. Through the use of abstraction, I aim to convey a sense of fluidity and movement, inviting viewers to explore their own emotional responses to each piece.

Ultimately, my goal as an artist is to create work that is both visually compelling and emotionally evocative. I strive to create work that captures beauty while evoking an impact that goes beyond the visual experience of the artwork itself.

About Monica

Houston based visual artist, Monica Melgar, has been pursuing her professional art career for the past 10 years. Although she studied Graphic Communication at the Art Institute of Houston, her painting skills are self taught. It all started from her constant doodling in high school that she used to relax her stressed mind. 

During her childhood her parents moved back and forth between Mexico and the U.S. and as a result, her artistic expressions are influenced by the vivid colors and delicate patterns found in Mexican artisanry. Her painting style has now changed from tiny dashes to fine linework that create abstract images that sometimes take on a accidental form of a flower or a sea creature. 

In addition to painting, she has explored various applications in the use of up-cylced PET plastic from soda bottles. By cutting, heating, fusing the plastic she creates sculptures that mimic glass. She’s made a vessel that started off as a heart, a Wizard of Oz themed tornado, an installation that seemed as if it moved, and recently a hanging piece that seems to float. 

Her paintings and plastic sculptures have been shown in solo exhibitions and group shows throughout the Houston area and recently in Austin. Her works belong to many private collections in the U.S. and Mexico. 

Live Painting

I’ve been told that watching me paint can be mesmerizing. I’ve been told people could watch me for hours. I’ve been told it's unbelievable! Well I don’t know about that last one but I do get a kick out of painting in front of people.

I am now offering Live Painting for events so that your guests can experience my art in the making. My services include a prepped piece of artwork that will be completed in front of your guests during the event. Your guests can either bid for the original artwork to raise funds for a charity or it can be purchased for a set price.

I’m available for corporate events, charity galas, fundraisers, weddings, birthdays and pretty much any kind of celebration. Let’s set up a meeting so we can discuss the details of your event and make art one of the highlights! You can contact me via email at monica@monicamelgarart.com