Artist’s Journal
Explore my Artist Journal for inspiration, mood boards, travel stories, featured collections, and insights into how travel influences my abstract artwork. Subscribe to my newsletter Notes From The Studio for exclusive updates on new painting collections and prints, as well as links to the latest journal entries.

Perfect Pairs: A Quiet Escape
Small paintings have a beautiful way of creating intimate moments — on a shelf, above a desk, tucked into a favorite nook. These two belong together. A thoughtful pairing to remind you of journeys taken and those still to come.

Mood Board : French Riviera
A small collection of the visual inspiration that became part of my soul when I visited the South of France last spring — Nice, Èze, and Menton — and a few of the paintings that were created from it.

Seeking Solace: A New Collection of Paintings
Seeking Solace is a new collection of abstract paintings by Seattle based artist Melanie Biehle. Inspired by architecture, nature, and memory, these works balance fluid landscapes with structured compositions, offering a sense of beauty and calm. Explore the collection today.

Seeking Solace: Mood Boards & Sneak Peeks of My New Art Collection
Explore the inspiration behind Seeking Solace, my latest art collection, a blend of abstract landscapes and architectural compositions that offer a moment of beauty and calm in uncertain times. See mood boards, sneak peeks of new paintings, and the places that shaped this work.

Inspired by Travel: Paris and the Art of Observation
How a trip to Paris inspired new artwork, from the city’s iconic rooftops to hidden architectural gems. Discover how travel shapes my art and see how Paris continues to influence my creative process.

From California to Canvas: How My Love for the West Coast Shapes My Art
Discover how California’s serene landscapes and coastal energy influence my abstract art. Explore my artistic journey and the calming essence of the West Coast in my work.