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MWHC Featured Artist

Malynda Madzel wearing a white dress stands in front of an abstract painting and smiles over her shoulder

Malynda Madzel

On September 22, 2024, from 1 – 3:00 pm, come meet artist Malynda Madzel and hear how a paint-by-numbers kit, purchased on a lark during the pandemic, led her to a path of painting and joy at age 76. Reception is free. Read more . . .

Acrylic artist Malynda Madzel found her new calling at 76

(September 4, 2024) Upcoming MWHC artist Malynda Madzel recently reflected on her unlikely path to becoming an artist in her 70s: "My journey into abstract painting began over 50 years ago, without a paint brush or a color chart anywhere in my line of vision. I did...

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