Pointillism
MELVIN AND MERLE
Cat#: MaM-Ptls8X108/25
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Created Date: August 2025
In Melvin and Merle, Emily Cammarata brings to life a curious cat and a contemplative blackbird—Merle, whose name nods to the French word for blackbird. Rendered in meticulous pointillism, each figure emerges from a constellation of ink dots, forming a quiet yet compelling dialogue between predator and prey, companion and contrast.
The cat, Melvin, is poised with feline curiosity, while Merle perches with quiet dignity. Their interaction is ambiguous—are they friends, rivals, or simply coexisting in a shared moment? The sparse background and crisp white matting frame this intimate vignette, allowing viewers to focus on the emotional tension and harmony between the two.
This piece exemplifies Emily’s ability to infuse narrative into technique, transforming ink and board into a story of connection, instinct, and quiet wonder.