Melissa Newbery Welcome London, United Kingdom
Melissa Newbery Welcome (b.2001) is a South London-born and raised artist. Melissa creates an archive of present-day experiences documenting and reflecting the various stories within shared environments.
Melissa Newbery Welcome (b.2001) is a South London-born and raised artist. Melissa creates an archive of present-day experiences documenting and reflecting the various stories within shared environments. By creating participatory and reflective works, they strive to foster a sense of community and collective ownership over public spaces and cultural narratives.
Melissa’s approach combines social interventions, site-specific installations, and medium-focused projects, exploring the intersection of personal and collective experiences within urban life. Melissa utilises their practice by using art to engage with broader societal issues, foster community engagement, and spark curiosity in daily life.
Artwork
Bossman's Favourite , Mixed Media, 2023
Mercury, Projection, 2022
Munching Mulch with our Mate Precipitation, Mixed Media, 2022
When The Community Cookout Got Cancelled, Mixed Media, (Jackfruit fritters, Painted canvas table spread, Canvas board sign, Table), 2022
The Survivors Remnants , Mixed Media, 2022