Axelhoney

So I was trying to think of more creative people I know who I could brag about on my blog--someone whose creativity inspires me....hmm...(clanging sound in my head followed by slapping my hand to my forehead)...Duh!  Melissa Contreras and Axelhoney.

Melissa and I used to work together in an art department of a highly successful educational toy company. She was a diligent worker and typically rather quiet, so it wasn't until after she moved on from the company that I witnessed her own personal art and style. While perusing a craft fair in L.A. I stumbled upon Melissa in her booth selling a variety of her unique and beautiful creations. Jewelry, mini-sculptures, and paper goods were all lined up, and Melissa's smiling face peeked up from behind the table. I hadn't seen her in several months so not only was it a pleasant surprise to see her, but a pleasant discovery to see, in art, what Melissa was all about: Talent, tons of it. Here is just a sample view. I encourage you to go to her site and visit all the links possible as she has a very wide range of art that she does. Her style is distinctive, colorful, unique and refreshing. Take a look--what is your favorite thing she's created?