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Hello! I very much appreciate you stopping by!

I'm Cris Melo, living on the East Coast (USA). I'm into painting, sewing and making things with my hands. What I create I I sell to nice people around the world, via the "Internets". I'm reluctant to call myself self-taught anymore, since I learn so much from so many, but I do not have formal art training. I tried, at one point, but I don't think it was the right time or situation, so I quit.

When I came to the US, it all came back again in my life. I got a computer, found eBay, and began to draw again.

My Web site

My Etsy shop

My blog

My mom's Etsy shop

My Facebook Fan page

I've always loved photography. As a kid, I hogged my family's camera (I still have it, an old Olympus!), and was the self-declared official photographer. The process of freezing a moment in time to later see it materialized was (and still is) fascinating to me.

Though I'm unable to always reply, I love to read your comments! But if you have a time sensitive question, it's best to use the Flickr email feature, as oppose to a comment.

(Brazilian Portuguese below)

Queridos conterraneos e amigos do Brasil,

Como a grande maioria dos meus clientes sao gringos, eu uso Ingles nas minhas descricoes. Minha intencao era sempre traduzir, mas fico com preguica. Fique a vontade de me perguntar, se nao entender algo.

Estou adorando conhece-los atraves do Flickr. Obrigada pela visita e comentarios. Leio todos, fico feliz, apesar de nao poder responder a todos. Se precisar falar comigo, por favor mande-me um Flickr email.! :)

"To do good work one must eat well, be well housed, have one's fling from time to time, smoke one's pipe, and drink one's coffee in peace."
- Van Gogh

"Be kinder than necessary, for everyone is fighting some kind of battle."
- Anonymous

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Your Aura is Orange




You're a bit of a loner, but you're never lonely. You know how to entertain yourself.
Whether you're trying an extreme sport or a new weird food, you always live on the edge.

The purpose of your life: testing limits - both physical and mental... and then telling people about it.

Famous oranges include: Timothy Leary, David Blaine, Tony Hawk, Carey Hart

Careers for you to try: Snowboarder, Circus Performer, Undercover Agent

What Color Is Your Aura?

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    Primeiros Pontos says:

    "A Cris é talentosérrima e uma amiga virtual para todas as horas.
    Seus trabalhos cheios de alegria e energia fazem meus dias
    mais felizes. Muito mais.
    Sou fã.

    Tô sempre aí, mesmo estando aqui.
    Magias do mundo do compartilhar flickeriano...
    Sorte e sucesso, sempre e pra sempre!!!
    : D"

    29th September, 2008

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    Kristen O. says:

    "Meloearth is one of the coolest people I've gotten the chance to meet, ever! She's very cool and collected, and her art speaks volumes! I hope to continue to see more pictures and paintings! Keep it up!"

    28th September, 2008

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    diascott says:

    "Simply the best......both Artistically and Personally
    There is only one Cris Melo and it's a pleasure and a privilege to have her Art grace my home and my heart."

    17th July, 2008

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    Ullybby says:

    "By chance I found Chris, sometimes I wonder if there is such a thing as chance.
    Chris is one of those artists you only find by chance and then you know you are the lucky one. With her Art she touches the heart, when you look in the eyes of her paintings you know you have found an artist with heart, her paintings are truly unique. I am a person that likes quality and her work is QUALITY not quantity, I was truly amazed of how well made those little frames are they do not even need a frame.
    Keep on painting Chris I know I look forward to every and each one of them, and all you handmade treasures."

    10th January, 2008

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    Lisa Kettell says:

    ""Cris is brilliant, An amazing artist with incredible talent and creativity! Each of her magical pieces brings me to a world of enchantment. I want to personally thank you for being an artist of the week at The Faerie Zine!
    Magic and Joy!
    P.S. Please continue creating!""

    17th October, 2007

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    ~Ayala☺Art~ says:

    "Cris Melo is a wonderful and very creative artist. Her work is vibrant, her colors are very alive, charming and with a hint of mystery. Her style is very distinctive and flooded with Latin flavor."

    3rd October, 2007

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    christinaviola says:

    "meleoearth represents all that it means to be a "self taught artists" -
    no rules and all free flowing creative juices. her art work is colorful and alive reflecting our very vibrant global culture!"

    8th August, 2007

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    khasan says:

    "You obviously love painting: the colors and lines of the world around us ... you did an incredible job of capturing what you saw ... keep up the excellent work and I can't wait to see more"

    14th May, 2007

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    kellyscolorstudio says:

    "Cris is a wonderful person and a talented, multi-faceted artist. I always look forward to seeing what she's creating next! It's nice to know that there are fellow artisans out there to network with and show support for one another, Cris has encouraged me without even knowing it at times. Keep creating!"

    28th May, 2007

Joined:
December 2005
Hometown:
Goiania, GO
Currently:
Annapolis, MD, USA
I am:
Female and Taken
Occupation:
Artist/illustrator/crafter
Website:
meloearth.com