I’m Melanie Damore—a Colorado-based oil painter, muralist, educator, and owner of Denver Art Days, LLC.

I grew up on the shores of Lake Erie, which sparked my lifelong love of nature. That early connection eventually led me west to Colorado, where I spend my days hiking alpine trails, studying clouds, and translating the wild, imperfect beauty of the outdoors onto canvas. My work honors the places that impacted me—from the Great Lakes to the Rocky Mountains—using vivid color, sweeping compositions, and dramatic light to capture the euphoria I feel in nature.

As a double-certified art educator with over a decade of teaching experience, I’m passionate about making art accessible to everyone. Whether I’m painting large-scale murals, leading creative workshops, or guiding beginners through their first brushstrokes, my goal is always the same: to help people see the beauty in the world and in themselves. I hope my art encourages others to notice the small wonders around them, feel inspired to explore, and carry a bit of color and curiosity into their everyday lives.