Melissa GannonHigh in the Mountains the Ravens Play, Original Painting2026
2026
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A high mountain valley appears vivid and alive. Clean air, crisp natural sounds, and colorful foliage create a tranquil atmosphere. As summer draws to a close, green leaves turn yellow, plants begin to seed, and ravens wheel through the sky. Artist Melissa Gannon uses rice paper and textured paper collage to build layered surfaces that echo the mountain crevices. Gel mediums add depth, while acrylic paints and inks softly tint the foliage.
About the Artist
Artist Melissa Gannon brings a vibrant celebration of nature to her paintings, drawing inspiration from her travels, hikes, and local exploration. Using various mediums, including watercolor, acrylic, and oil, she captures the serenity of woods, the beauty of birds, and the lively hues of flowers in her artwork. "I reflect the joy inherent in the world around us," says Melissa. In 2001, she began teaching art classes. Melissa finds that it enhances her work as she continuously seeks challenging material to match the fast-growing skills of her students, keeping her in a constant state of reaching and learning. In her well-lit studio adorned with art supplies, books, and project photos, Melissa alternately enjoys the serenity of silence or the comfort of music during her creative sessions. Beyond art, her joy extends to various activities, including knitting, cycling, and cooking.
Words that describe this painting: mountain, evergreens, raven, river, stream, water, autumn, fall, season, woods, riverbank, impressionism, nature, mixed media artwork, green, yellow
High in the Mountains the Ravens Play
Melissa Gannon
Acrylic paint, acrylic ink, rice paper collage, and gel medium on stretched canvas
Painting wraps around edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2026
24 in. h x 24 in. w x 1.5 in. d
5 lbs. 0 oz.
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- Creation Year:2026
- Dimensions:Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
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- Condition:High in the Mountains the Ravens Play. Melissa Gannon. Acrylic paint, acrylic ink, rice paper collage, and gel medium on stretched canvas. Painting wraps around edges. Ready to hang. One-of-a-kind. Signed on front.
- Gallery Location:San Francisco, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: 810581stDibs: LU922117534422
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