Melissa McGill

Melissa McGill (born in Rhode Island, 1969; lives and works in Beacon, New York) has presented both independent public art projects and solo exhibitions nationally and internationally since 1991. She is known for her ambitious, collaborative, site-specific public art projects and vibrant studio practice. Her projects are immersive, site-specific experiences that explore nuanced conversations between land, water, sustainable traditions, and the interconnectedness of all living things. At the core of her work is a focus on community, meaningful shared experiences, and lasting positive impact. Her work spans a variety of media, including performance, photography, painting, drawing, sculpture, sound, light, video, and immersive installations.
Melissa McGill has exhibited her work nationally and internationally since 1991, including solo and group exhibitions at institutions such as: Canaletto and Melissa McGill: Performance and Panorama at The Lightbox, UK; Manitoga, Garrison, New York; Mazzoleni, London-Turin; Magazzino Italian Art, Cold Spring (NY); The Permanent Mission of Italy at the United Nations, New York; Totah, New York; White Cube, London; Power House, Memphis; Palazzo Capello, Venice; CRG Gallery, New York; Zabludowicz Collection, London; Norrtalje Konsthall, Sweden; and the Museum van Hedendaagse Kunst in Ghent, Belgium.