Melanie has been drawing and writing since she could hold a pencil. As a child, she created short graphic novels and greeting cards for her friends and family.

As an artist today she is interested in graphite and charcoal drawing techniques, oil painting, and storytelling through animation, illustration, and comics. She is committed to continuing her education by taking courses and being active in the Proko community.

She spends her free time in nature: fishing, hiking, camping, trail running, and exploring. She currently lives and rents a studio in Ashland, VA.