An Art Affair​

Melodye Rouisse-Stimpel started painting during her high school years in central Massachusetts.   Her early ambition was to become a medical illustrator, but life took her down another path.   With degrees in Biology, Chemistry and Education, her career has been spent in clinical research.  Today she continues to help pharmaceutical and medical device companies bring their developments through the FDA Clinical Trials process from her home office in St Augustine, Florida ... and office which is also her studio.  

Not long ago, Melodye and her husband Thom were at a favorite vineyard, when she spotted an apron she had to have !  It featured an illustration of a wine opener with the words "Screw it!" prominently displayed.  That quickly become her painting apron.  So today, when the rigors of corporate life get to be a bit too much, she spins around in her chair, turns off the PC, silences the phone, dons "Screw It" and unwinds with a brush or pallet in hand.  What better way to relax?

Melodye works in a variety of mediums, shifting from one to another as inspiration - or a newly discovered process - guides her.   Below, and on the Gallery page, you find examples of her work.   We hope you enjoy the site, and please feel free to reach out to Melodye with questions.