NEWS

Lancaster Art Vault, located at 100 North Queen Street in Lancaster, PA, will feature the artwork of resident artist Melissa S. Zane from March 6-28, 2026. More details will be shared at the beginning of the new year.

Free and Open to the public.

Opening Reception: 3/6/2026

Exhibition Open: 3/6/2026–3/28/2026

Culture Center Art Gallery Exhibit at Willow Valley Lakes Drive, Willow Street, PA, will feature the artwork of artist Melissa S. Zane in April of 2026. More details will be shared at the beginning of the new year.

Fuchsia, 36"x36" acrylic on canvas by Melissa S. Zane has been selected for VIVID: a Juried National Exhibition of Vibrant, Bold & Loud artworks at d'Art Center in Norfolk, Virginia. 

The d'Art Center received just under 800 submissions from 229 artists from 39 states. Just 66 works from 62 artists from 24 states were selected for the exhibition, and Melissa S. Zane is one of the artists chosen.

Free and Open to the public.

Opening Reception: 9/19/2025 5:30–7:30pm

Exhibition Open: 9/13/2025–10/18/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Purple Crocus, 48"x48" acrylic on canvas, part of Melissa Zane’s Perspectives Series, was selected as a winner in the 6th Floral & Botanical Juried Art Contest hosted by Gallery 4 Percent. 

This large-scale acrylic on canvas features bold composition and textured layers that highlight the quiet power and early bloom of spring. Through vibrant color and expressive brushwork, Purple Crocus invites viewers to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the resilience of the natural world.

Illuminated Foliage Tree
12" x 12" | Acrylic on Canvas
By Melissa Zane

We're happy to share that Illuminated Foliage Tree has SOLD! This original, high-relief acrylic painting features a metallic gold and bronze spring tree with copper buds, set against a parchment-toned background. Rich in texture and light, the piece captures the quiet beauty of seasonal renewal—a signature element in Melissa Zane’s nature-inspired work.

While this painting has found its home, custom commissions are available. If you're interested in a personalized piece in this style, contact Melissa to discuss your vision.

We’re excited to announce that limited edition signed giclée fine art prints by resident artist Melissa S. Zane are now available!

These museum-quality prints beautifully capture the expressive detail, natural forms, and serene textures found in Melissa’s original botanical and nature-inspired paintings. Perfect for collectors, nature enthusiasts, or anyone looking to bring the beauty of the organic world into their home or workspace.

Prints are available online and in person at the Lancaster Art Vault (LAV). Quantities are limited, and each piece is signed by the artist.

Shop now and bring home a piece of nature:

Order online.

We’re happy to share that a 14" x 14" original acrylic on canvas painting by Melissa S. Zane has officially SOLD.

This piece, like much of Melissa’s work, highlights her signature use of texture, layered detail, and organic form—bringing the quiet beauty of nature to life on canvas.

Thank you to the collector for supporting original art!

Interested in available works or commissions? Contact Melissa or browse current pieces at the Lancaster Art Vault.

Stop by the Lancaster Art Vault to view the latest work by resident artist Melissa S. Zane—now on display!

Melissa’s newest piece,  Illuminated Foliage Trees No. 2, 16" x 40" acrylic on canvas, continues her signature exploration of texture, light, and natural form. This high-relief painting features luminous metallic tones and layered detail that reflect the quiet strength and beauty of the organic world.

Admission is FREE and open to the public. View Gallery Hours. Come experience this new addition in person!

Lantern Cage
24" x 24" | Acrylic on Canvas
By Melissa S. Zane

We’re pleased to announce that Lantern Cage, an original painting by Melissa S. Zane, has SOLD.

Inspired by the delicate structure of the Japanese Lantern plant, this piece explores the interplay of fragility and containment. The translucent, skeletal form of the pod suggests both protection and entrapment, while warm, glowing hues evoke the hidden fruit within. Through organic lines and layered textures, the painting reflects the quiet tension between nature’s beauty and its impermanence.

Missed your chance to collect the original?
Limited edition signed giclée fine art prints of Lantern Cage are available.

We’re thrilled to share that Melissa S. Zane’s solo exhibition, Nature Magnified, was a resounding success!

Held at the Lancaster Art Vault from May 2–31, 2025, the show featured a vibrant collection of Melissa’s latest botanical and nature-inspired works. With rich textures, layered acrylics, and expressive details, each piece invited viewers to see the natural world in striking, magnified focus.

The exhibition drew art lovers, collectors, and nature enthusiasts from across the region, and we’re grateful for the support and thoughtful conversations shared throughout the month.

Thank you to everyone who visited, collected, and helped celebrate this special show. Stay tuned for future exhibitions—and in the meantime, you can explore available originals and fine art prints.