
Dale Mellor - Contemporary Artist

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​Dale Mellor is a contemporary visual artist who employs symbolism, color, and unconventional points of view to merge aesthetics with conceptualism. The choice to not restrict materials and methods is at the core of her art-making process resulting in a unique and diverse portfolio.
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Dale Mellor is the owner and visionary behind River Valley Studios. She is a classically trained hot glass and stained glass artist who worked professionally as a stained glass designer and craftsmen for many years. These days she is embracing her love of multiple art mediums and the title "Contemporary Artist".
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She strongly believes in creating works of art that cause people to see something unexpected or experienced a new idea. She strives to maintain a positive through-line in her work while presenting challenging concepts.
She is very passionate about the art community in Kenosha, WI where her studio is located.
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In her long career, Dale has created many notable works of art. She has designed, crafted, and installed stained glass windows in churches, business, and private residences. This includes an educational stained glass installation at Salem Grade School in Salem Lakes, WI.
Additionally, her work in fine art, sculptural art, experiential art, and jewelry has been displayed in local galleries .... and on the iconic North Pier Lighthouse.
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Bean - Contemporary Studio Cat
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Bean is the studio cat and, more importantly, Purr Manager at
River Valley Studios. She is a very curious and outgoing individual who is embracing her full potential as team-Mellor support and materials taster.
Bean's studio duties include:
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sleeping on the workbench
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assistance in the use of drawing utensils
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paint water quality control
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mental health support
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bug removal
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The creative process at River Valley Studios truly wouldn't be the same without Bean; Dale is lucky to have her!
