Melissa Borrelli

January & February 2026 Artist on Display

ARTIST STATEMENT:

“I create woven tapestries using secondhand yarn and yarn I spin from mostly scrap materials. I began weaving in 2020 during a period when we all had more time to slow down and focus inward. What started as a practical way to fill that time has become an essential, grounding practice. The physical rhythm of weaving helps clear my mind, and each piece becomes a record of time, attention, and quiet reflection.

My work is primarily abstract, although some pieces reference landscapes of places that hold significant meaning for me. Rather than aiming for literal representation, I use color, texture, and repetition to suggest place, memory, and atmosphere. I hang each tapestry from reclaimed wood, extending the idea of reuse beyond the woven surface itself. By working with overlooked materials, I transform what already exists into something more meaningful and intentional. “

SOCIALS: @barkandbee00

E-MAIL: [email protected]