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Melissa Ross

Unit 20
@ laundryonlawrence
RECYCLED. REIMAGINED. REPURPOSED. What inspires me… Well used metal, steel, nuts and bolts. While some may believe these utilitarian, rusty materials have served their purpose and should be discarded, I see an opportunity for them to shine. It takes a lot of time and patience: Clean, sand, grind, and polish. Paint, glaze, design, and set. To me it’s all worth it in the end. What was once discarded is now a beautiful, hand-made, one of a kind mirror, frame, or picture. Each piece is crafted with thoughtful intention, and a “Love Well the Well Used” mentality.