Maci Welch
Artist, Author & Illustrator
Making things inspired by place, feeling, curiosity, and the stories we carry with us.
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Meet Author & Illustrator Maci Welch
Maci Welch is an author, illustrator, and lover of all things creative. She has writen two books: Maggie Morris, a novel based on her early childhood friendships and experiences, and the forthcoming The Grumble Bear, inspired by her two daughters.
She is a passionate advocate for using art to improve mental health in folks of all ages. She resides in Wyoming with her husband, two daughters, and black Lab, Archer Boy.
Discover more about Maci
Books
Maci has written two books... so far. Learn more about her debut novel, Maggie Morris, and her forthcoming children's book, The Grumble Bear.
Visual Art
Maci works across oil, watercolor, acrylic, ink, and digital media, creating work inspired by the places, moments, and ideas that catch her attention.
Explore a selection of her recent work.
In the Media
Maci has appeared on podcasts, in webinars, and at live events. Listen to her speak live about writing, mental health, motherhood and more.
My sailor is finally complete. ⚓️
This painting has been such a gratifying journey. I’ve always been drawn to work that feels cinematic—not just an image to look at, but a story you can step into. The kind of film you want to watch again, the kind of dream you find yourself returning to long after you’ve woken.
He’s a traveler, a lover, a man who has lived. There’s a story in the lines of his face, in the miles behind him, the triumphs he carries, and the failures he doesn’t speak of.
I don’t know where he’s been or where he’s headed next. Maybe that’s the beauty of it. For now, I’m just glad I got to be part of his journey.
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A violent sea scape will never get old!
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Part 3 of painting a moody boat with reflection.
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This scratched my brain in just the right way! Pallet to progress-I can’t wait to finish my sailor! I’m planning to add in some highlights today that will really set this one off!
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My sailor is finally getting his beard. 😂 ready for his judgy eyes to stop staring at me! lol I’m trying sir-I’m trying to finish…I really am-I swear!
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