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Ocean Life

12″x6″ unframed

This is a one-of-a-kind original physical art piece that was inspired by the beauty of the Caribbean sea off the coast of Puerto Rico. This piece has been created with alcohol ink and acrylic paint on Yupo paper. 

Not only do you receive the digital NFT you also receive a physical piece of art that is ready to hang on your wall, like we used to do in the old days. Shipping is included

25% of the proceeds of this sale will benefit the Puerto Rican non-profit CORALations.

Invest in an NFT that is giving back

The Lonely Heart

7″x 5″ unframed

Although, I Love my life here on the island, I do find times of feeling lonely and wanting more connection.   This original  piece was created during one of these moments. 

This piece has been created with alcohol ink on Yupo paper. 

Not only do you receive the digital NFT you also receive a physical piece of art that is ready to hang on your wall. Shipping is included. 

25% of the proceeds of this sale will benefit the Puerto Rican non-profit CORALations.

Invest in an NFT that is giving back

Mermaid

6″x 9″ Unframed

This is a one-of-a-kind art piece created while in the presence of friends and named by my followers on social media.  It’s a demonstration of how art can bring people together. 

The colors are inspired by the colors of the Atlantic ocean, where I spent every summer learning how to be an entrepreneur at the local surf shop.

This piece has been created with alcohol ink on Yupo paper. 

When you purchase this NFT you will also receive this piece ready for display. 

25% of the proceeds of this sale will benefit the Puerto Rican non-profit Trans Tanamá.

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Purple Tide

7″x 5″ Unframed

This is a one-of-a-kind art piece inspired by the way a full moon reflects on the Caribbean ocean.

This piece has been created with alcohol ink on Yupo paper. 

When you purchase this NFT you will also receive this piece  ready for display. 

25% of the proceeds of this sale will benefit the Puerto Rican non-profit CORALations.

LadyBits

15×12″ unframed 

This piece was inspired by the power of the female body mind and soul. This is the first of a series that is in the process of being produced.

By purchasing this NFT you will receive the digital art along with a piece to proudly hang on your wall. 

As with all the NFT’s that I produce and sell, 25% of the proceeds will go to a nonprofit that benefits Puerto Rico. This piece will support Paz Para La Mujer

 

The Storm

15″x12″  Framed

 

Inspired by the experience of a loved one going through loss. A lesson of never knowing what tomorrow will bring but always knowing you can weather the storm.

These colors represent the sky over the ocean before a stormy night ahead. 

This piece has been created with alcohol ink on Yupo paper. 

As with all the NFT’s that I produce and sell, 25% of the original sale  will go to a nonprofit.  This piece will support 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

 

 

Growth

15″x12″ unframed 

Growth never stops if you allow it to happen. This piece represents all the growth that happened to me and the other women around me  in Puerto Rico. 

This piece is an unmatted  15″x12″ yupo paper with alcohol ink. 

As with all the NFT’s that I produce and sell, 25% of the proceeds will go to a nonprofit that benefits Puerto Rico. This piece will support Paz Para La Mujer

Moving Tides

6.5″ x 5″ Unframed 

What we think we want isn’t always what we end up with in the end.  This piece was inspired by the next chapter of my life in Puerto Rico.

This piece is matted and ready to be framed 

As with all the NFT’s that I produce and sell, 25% of the proceeds will go to a nonprofit that benefits Puerto Rico. This piece will support Paz Para La Mujer

The Change

Coming Soon

 

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Desiree

10″x10″ Framed

 

 Frida’s Smile

6″x4.75″ unframed 

 

Thoughts of Frida

7″ x 5″ Unframed 

 

Frida’s Freedom

Coming Soon

 

Art For Sale

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About the Artist

Melissa DaSilva is a Queer artist who paints not what she sees, but what she feels.  She is inspired by her new home on the beautiful Island of Puerto Rico and the experiences of her life and the lives of her clients.  She believes that art can be created out of most things and can change the world.

Melissa’s most recent projects include NFT’s and physical pieces that help local non-profits.

Melissa is also available for commissioned work. 

 

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