Mélissa Ruster, born in 1990 in the Paris area of France and currently residing in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is an artist who has carved her path in the art world. A self-taught artist, Mélissa honed her skills through dedicated practice, forging a deeply personal and resonant artistic journey.

Her artistic journey is deeply intertwined with the meticulous technique of pointillism, characterized by the application of countless individual dots, which allows her to create breathtakingly detailed and enchanting compositions. Each dot, painstakingly placed, represents a moment of contemplation and dedication, making her artworks a testament to patience, precision, and a profound connection to her craft.
The subtle golden and pearly colors, along with the spiral shapes, are omnipresent in her works and symbolize her inspirations' richness, warmth, and elegance.

Born into a rich and diverse heritage, Mélissa is the product of a unique cultural legacy, blending Caribbean, African, Indian, Italian, Belgian, and Irish roots. This cultural diversity has deeply influenced her worldview and artistic expression.

Mélissa has found a unique form of expression by creating canvases adorned with illuminated spirals in relief.
Mélissa has always been captivated by spirals. Through studying these shapes, she discovered how their symbolism permeates different cultures.
The presence of the spiral form in nature, including in our DNA, reinforces these connections. This universal motif in galaxies, shells, and water vortices reflects the eternal journey and constant renewal.
This exploration has revealed a profound interconnection between her ancestral past and present.

Thus, the spiral becomes a powerful symbol in Mélissa's heritage, rooted in time and space, which she seeks to honor by intimately linking her personal history to the vast cycles of life and her creations.

CONTACT

Email: mni.ruster@gmail.com

Instagram: @melissaruster