Latest work by Melinda McCarthy
Melinda was honored to show her work at the Museo d'Arte for the Biennale of Chianciano. For a sneak preview of her latest work to be shown, click here
After showing in Italy, London New York and Turkey, 2012 sees Melinda McCarthy bring her artwork to the streets of New Orleans, where her work will be seen on a Billboard at 726 S. Rampart, New Orleans as partof a greater show of international artists at the Mardis Gras. original artwork will be on display at Gallery Orange, New Orleans. For more details see news and events page.
Alchemy
Currently exploring the theme of Alchemy, the below three works have been completed so far and were shown in recent exhibition in early June 2009 Covent Garden. The image of the Sun King and Moon Queen will be going up for Auction at the end of June to raise money for recovery from the Earthquakes in Italy this year. Info at http://www.myspace.com/art_project_minerva
Fermentation of the Soul
Oil/ Acrylic 2009
Conjunction of the Sun King and Moon Queen
Oil/ Acrylic 2009
The gaining of Wisdom
Oil/ Acrylic 2009
"What to do with your Demons"- tryptich
Latest work by Melinda McCarthy as part of Gothic Belgravia Exhibition © November 2008
detail from "Gort", painting by Melinda McCarthy
for latest series "Language of the Trees" to see more, check out exhibitions. © Melinda McCarthy 2008
Melinda McCarthy's work is strongly inspired by mythology, legend and folk-lore. Connecting with the mysticism as well as the every day of those before us.
She is also drawn to the spiritual magical side of such tales and their symbolism.
As a consequence of this her paintings often have a dream-like quality, the look of some infact also being inspired by dreams.
Fascinated by old writing scripts and what they reveal about different cultures, these too are often found woven into the images.
Always searching for more stories, legends and history of times, beliefs and people past, she would welcome any commissions of this nature or collaborative work.
Due to the narrative nature of the work, it is also perfect for illustration of books and concepts, breathing life into newer tales which have a fantasy or folkloric feel.
If you would like to commission a piece of work please contact the artist.
Most of the work on this site is available for sale as either original works or fine art prints.
Some works can also be purchased as postcards or greeting cards.
For more information, please do not hesitate to contact the artist
The Green One
101cmx101cm acrylic/oil
©Melinda McCarthy 2000
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**Please note : the rest of this pages shows a select few of Melinda's paintings to see more, check out exhibitions or for information on coming exhibitions, events or other places to find Melinda's work check out news and events
NEW COMPREHENSIVE GALLERY OF MORE PAINTINGS COMING TO THIS PAGE SOON !!!
Busójárás
20"x30" acrylic/oil © Melinda McCarthy 2006
In Hungary during February, these masks are worn, in a festivity to scare away winter and welcome spring as well as to celebrate the victory in the battle of Mohács.
Painting part of Regölés exhibition 2006
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The Mystery of the Moche
18”x 24” acrylic/oil/gold leaf
© Melinda McCarthy 2006
The Moche are thought to be a fearsome warrior race pre-dating the Inca in Peru. Recently a Moche tomb has been uncovered during an excavation. Inside was a great warrior and leader mummified with all the trimmings of one highly revered, jewels, weapons, even sacrificial offerings. However when they unwrapped the body, this great man they expected to find was a woman!
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painting from Rhythm of Life Ancient and Abstract exhibition 2006.
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Rhythm of Life Ancient and Abstract
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Trust
100cm x 75 cm acrylic/oil
© Melinda McCarthy 2004
$700 (+postage and handling if applicable)
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Ex Arce Nobis (in defence of ourselves)
51cm x 91.5cm acrylic/oil
© Melinda McCarthy 2004
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painting from Entertaining Countess Dracula an exhibition on Elizabeth Bathory 2004.
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artworks, future shows,
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