Mel Auberty

Mel Auberty received her BFA from SMU in 1979. After graduation, she worked as a graphic designer and photographer for American Airlines. Later, she owned and directed galleries in New York City and Los Angeles. In 1992, Mel returned to Texas, where the rugged landscape of vast skies, woods, rocks, and animals inspired her to live and work on her family ranch. This setting marked the beginning of her deeper exploration into sculpting and painting. Known for her large, expressionistic blue horse paintings, Mel’s work is featured in numerous corporate and private collections.