Hey MELO Crew!

The episode you've been waiting for debuts tomorrow... Join Cat and Me (MELO) of course, for Art & Inquiry Podcast Live Premiere of Ep. #509: 🌈 "Decoding the Rainbow: The Art & Science of Color." We're diving deep into color theory, RGB vs. CMYK, and unlocking the secrets to using color more confidently. Plus there's a special co-host challenge and YOU can use the same canvas we used for your #ArtInqMe Artist Prompt Artwork (freedownload link below).

🌟 Color outside the lines this weekend...

1. 🎧 Episode Premiere this Saturday! Catch the full episode (Video & Audio) and see our #ArtInqMe "Glow Up, Tone Down" challenge + Reveal.

   • Watch the Premiere! Join us in chat for the ➡️ Live Premiere on YouTube Saturday 11/1/25 6pm PT (9p ET).

   • Can't make it? Watch the episode on YouTube, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. Learn more>

2. 📚 GRAB THE PODCAST GUIDE (available 11/1) All the resources, tools, and links mentioned are in one place.

   • ➡️ Podcast Episode Companion Guides>

3. FREEBIE! 🖍️ YOUR COLORING PAGE Download the exact custom-designed coloring page we used for our challenge! It's a free digital download perfect for practicing the Hue & Harmony concepts we discuss. Get it now and start your own #ArtInqMe Beyond Your Comfort Colors artwork! ➡️ FREE #ArtInqMe Digital Download

   • View Art & inquiry Collection in the #MadeByMELO Artist Shop
   • Explore more FREEBIES & custom-crafted Digital Art, Procreate Brushes, Printable Templates, and more 🎨 Digital Downloads & Art

Happy Creating!

❤️ MELO

PS: Can't wait to see what you create. Tag @Art_Inq and include #ArtInqMe when you post on social so we can share your masterpieces!

Join Cat and me (MELO, obviously) in chat for the Art & inquiry Live Premiere of Ep. 2508 "Off the Charts: Redefining Creativity ft. fellow Ko‑fi creator and musician J Mack Ent. on ⏰ Sunday 9/14/25 4p PT! 

Tune in for some amazing music, insights, inspiration, and an incredible #ArtInqMe Artist Prompt revealed in the episode with even more in the episode podcast companion guide here.

Can't make the live premiere? Catch the episode on YouTube, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.

Happy Creating!

❤️ MELO

Hey MELO CREW,

A new Art & Inquiry episode just dropped, and it’s sew good you’ll be in stitches! 😉

🧵 Stitches & Stories: From Endangered Crafts to Enchanting Costumes with Heritage in Every Hemline ft. Kathrine

INSIDE THE EPISODE: MELOGRAPHICS and Catalyst Echo were joined by the incredible Katrine for a conversation that weaves together tradition, creativity, and the magic of handcrafted artistry. We had a blast during the live premiere on 7/27, and now it’s your turn to get enchanted!

🎧 Listen & Watch Now! 🎧

• Watch: YouTube | Spotify

• Listen: Your Favorite Podcast App

✨ This Episode Will Bewitch You Because… ✨

We’re diving needle-first into the world of endangered crafts and the costumes that tell stories through every stitch. Katrine shares her journey of preserving heritage through textile arts that will leave you inspired and maybe a bit obsessed (in the best way possible).

📚 Level Up Your Experience! 📚

Don’t forget to grab the Podcast Ep 2507 Companion Guide with an interactive slideshow that’s basically like having a VIP backstage pass to all the gorgeous creations we discuss. CHECK IT OUT>

🌟 #ArtInqMe Artist Prompt: “Enchantment” 

Make and Share Something That Brings You JOY.

Time to sprinkle some magic into your creative practice! We’re challenging you to create something—anything—that sparks joy in your heart. A drawing that makes you smile? A poem that lifts your spirit? A dance that makes you feel alive? YES to all of it!

How to Join the Fun:

1. Create your joyful masterpiece

2. Post it on your social media

3. Use hashtag #ArtInqMe

4. Tag Art & Inquiry

5. Watch as the community gets enchanted by YOUR magic!

Can’t wait to see what enchanting creations you come up with! Remember, in a world full of algorithms, be the glitch that spreads joy! ✨

Cheers,

❤️ MELO
MELOGRAPHICS

NEW Art & Inquiry Episode out now! In the latest episode of Art & Inquiry, Catalyst Echo and I (MELOGRAPHICS) get a fresh perspective on creativity, branding, and more from our special guest and fellow Ko‑fi Creator Barbara, a mixed-media mastermind revolutionizing creativity. From blending artistic mediums to using AI for project management, this episode has something for every creative mind.

📋 Want more? Grab the Podcast Companion Guide for additional notes, prompts, and resources.

🎨 Artist Prompt: #ArtInqMe "Mixing Mediums" Try a new medium or technique, and add a lemon to your art for a creative twist. 🍋 Share your work, tag Art & Inquiry, and use #ArtInqMe to get featured!

📺 Watch the episode Lemons & Lines: Mixing Mediums, Making Art ft. Barbara | #ArtInq Podcast 🎙️ 2506 on YouTube or Spotify or your favorite podcast app.

 Art & Inquiry Creative Studio Giveaway Starts Today!

Now through June 30th 2025, enter for your chance to win the Clip Paint Studio and Moho Prize Bundle ~ $400+ value! Look inside the prize bundle and get all the info to unlock more entries in the announcement post here.

⭐ ENTER NOW ⭐

Prize Bundle Includes:

• Clip Studio Paint Pro 4.0 - Master Digital Art & Illustration! Clip Studio Paint Pro (12-Month License) is the premier software for comics, manga, and digital illustration; featuring a full suite of customizable tools including pens, pencils, rulers, brushes, and more. Whether you’re sketching, inking, or coloring, this software is designed to help you bring your ideas to life with unmatched efficiency and versatility.
• Moho Debut 12.5 - Animate Like a Pro! Create captivating 2D animations with Moho Debut 12.5, developed by Lost Marble. With an intuitive interface and advanced rigging tools, it’s perfect for breathing life into your characters and stories. From beginners to seasoned animators, this software empowers you to take your animations to the next level.
• Clip Studio Paint Asset & Brush Collection - Ultimate Digital Toolkit for Artists! Unleash your artistic potential with over 500+ brushes & assets for Clip Studio Paint, created to enhance every aspect of your creative process. This versatile bundle includes the Ultimate Brush Pack, Superhero Brush Pack, Comic Brush Pack, 3D Models Pack, 3D Poses Pack, Speech Bubbles Pack, Comic & Manga Panel Frames Pack, and Storyboard Assets Pack. Whether you're illustrating dynamic characters, designing intricate scenes, or building engaging storyboards, this bundle gives you all the tools you need to push your artistry to the next level with ease and precision.

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Good luck and happy creating!

❤ MELO

MELOGRAPHICS

Art & Inquiry Creative Studio Giveaway: 6/1/25-6/30/25. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. See official contest rules: melo.graphics/artstudio.

Hang out with hosts, Cat & MELO (me, of course), and special guest, Keyah during the YouTube Live Premiere of

Art & Inquiry Podcast Ep. 2505 Premiere

Art, Identity, & Authenticity in the Digital Age ft. Keyah

📆 Saturday 5/10 @ 12 PM PT  🎥  WATCH PREMIERE>

• It’s almost sketchy how good this convo is for the soul. Find out how featured creator, Keyah embraces themes of rawness and imperfection, inspired by concepts like Kintsugi, to craft art that feels truly powerful. Curious how creativity can balance perfectionism and authenticity? Keyah shares insightful lessons about self-expression and emotional connection through her art.
• 🖌️ Get creative with the #ArtInqMe Artist Prompt! Share or create something that makes you feel powerful and tag Art & Inquiry on social—we’d love to feature your work in the Art Show! 
• 🎧 Cant make the live premiere? No worries! Catch up anytime by watching Art & Inquiry on YouTube, Spotify, or listen on your favorite podcast app. 
• 📝 Explore More. Don't forget to grab the podcast episode companion for each episode to diver deeper into each episode, connect with featured creators, and get all the tools and resources mentioned in the video.

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation and creative inspiration. Set your reminder now! 🔔 Get Notified

🌌 May is here, Melo Crew! 🌌 As always we've got a full month of creating chaos with chill vibes all month long! Don’t miss these awesome events coming your way...

MAY EVENTS

OG Ladies on a MOTHER LEVEL

💘 Friday 5/9 - 8 PM PT: 📺 WATCH & INTERACT LIVE>

• Celebrate Mothers Day with the OG Ladies MELO, Carpet & Vex in a special Twitch stream. Make sure you have your MOM JOKES ready to show some MELO CREW Mom Love in chat.

Art & Inquiry YouTube Live Premiere

🎙️ Saturday 5/10 - 12 PM PT: 🔔 WATCH THE PREMIERE>

• Join Art & Inquiry host, Cat and MELO (that's me), along with special guest Keyah, in chat and watch the live premiere of "Art, Identity, & Authenticity ft. Keyah | Ep. 2505" 
• Grab the podcast episode companion for more info and inspiration then get created with the new #ArtInqMe Artist Prompt for a chance to get featured in the Art & Inquiry Art Show! Can't make the live premiere? Catch up on all of the Art & Inquiry Podcast episodes, outtakes, and behind the sceenes videos on YouTube, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.

Community Game Night

🕹️ Saturday 5/31 - 8 PM PT: LEARN MORE>

• Bring your snacks and get ready to laugh off-stream in MELO SPACE Discord for Monthly Community Game Night ft. Jackbox Party Pack. All members are welcome +1 guest. 

More Events

• 🔄 Weekly Live Streams 8p PT: #MeloMonday/Fired Up Friday
  Catch up with the squad during #MeloMonday and Fired Up Friday gaming with the crew on Twitch. Don't forget to RSVP to secure your spot in the party! Follow on Twitch>
• There's even more to come... check out all the events, info, and more. VIEW CALENDAR>.

Thank you for all that you do to make what we do possible. You Rock!

❤️ MELO

✨ ICYMI: New Art & Inquiry Podcast Episode Premiered Yesterday! ✨

Overcoming Art Block ft. Amber Ep. #2504

Cat and I are so excited to feature fellow creator and artist Amber Markoto! Amber opens up about her creative process, shares tips for beating art block, and talks about the inspiration behind her adorable characters like Winston & Friends. CHECK IT OUT>

Inside the Episode

• This episode includes a fun #ArtInqMe Artist Prompt challenge to spark your creativity, a Rapid Fire Q&A you’ll love, AND a bonus special sneak peek video of her upcoming children’s book Winston & Friends in the Big Move 📚👀.
• Don’t miss Amber’s exclusive offer and the chance to spot the “Rubber Duck It” 🐤 moment!

👉 Grab the episode companion guide for all the links, materials, and a special gift from amber here. 

Watch/Listen to Art & Inquiry

🎙️Tune in now and share your favorite part in the comments! Watch on YouTube, Spotify, or listen on your favorite podcast app.