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The art of Melissa McKnight
As a multi-disciplinary artist, my practice intertwines puppetry, music, and playwrighting to explore the delicate balance between the extraordinary and the everyday. Deeply rooted in my connection to nature and the environment, I use magical realism as a lens to transform pivotal, seemingly ordinary moments into rich, impactful stories.
My work varies between fantastical and surreal to grounded realism, inviting audiences to rediscover the wonder and mystery that surrounds us daily. Through storytelling, I aim to illuminate themes of survival, resilience, and the quiet magic embedded in life’s simplest details.
Storytelling is how I connect with my community and share big ideas in ways that resonate. Through my art, I aspire to remind others of the magic in survival and the enchantment of simply being alive.