PRESS — MADX Surreal Fine Art
ABOUT THE ARTIST
MADX is the art world of Melanie Rothwell — a New York City artist formally trained at Pratt Institute, working at the intersection of painting, photography, digital art, AI collage, and motion design.
Her surreal works begin in the physical world — oil paint, pencil, a camera catching a rare angle — then evolve through layers of digital painting, AI collage, and motion into limited edition worlds that feel simultaneously ancient and impossible. Every concept and visual world is conceived and directed by Melanie, realized with a small circle of trusted creative collaborators.
Inspired by mythology, human and animal emotion, water, dreams, and nature’s hidden patterns — her work invites you into realms built to be felt, not just seen.
Collected internationally across New York, Miami, Hawaii, Berlin, Dubai, Milan, and Canada.
EXHIBITION HISTORY
2025
Gallery Exhibition x Jason Perez Gallery — Art Expo New York, Pier 36, NYC / 🔗 photo gallery
Arlo Hotels Williamsburg x Nolcha Shows — Brooklyn, NY / 🔗 IG Reel
NFT.NYC x Nolcha Shows— Official Opening Night, NYC / 🔗 photo gallery
Nolcha Shows x ETH Denver — Temple Gallery, Mirus Gallery, Denver, CO / 🔗 photo gallery
Solana Sunset Rooftop x Nolcha Shows — Special Ingredients, Brooklyn, NY / 🔗 IG Reel
Union Square Holiday Market — NYC
Art on the Porch — Ocean Grove, NJ
2024
Art Basel Miami x Nolcha Shows — Art of the Future, SLS Hotel, Miami / 🔗 photo gallery
Art Basel Miami x Nolcha Shows — Immersive Experience, M2 Theater, Miami / 🔗 photo gallery
Art Basel Miami — Zoachella, Digital Art Show / 🔗 photo gallery
Art Basel Miami — Fortune House Hotel, Under the Sea Fashion Event, Miami / 🔗 photo gallery
Solo Exhibit — Art Expo New York Pier 36, NYC
Jersey Shore Art Center, Art on the Porch — Ocean Grove, NJ
Ongoing
Global Web3 Showcases and Digital and Physical Exhibitions
Private Commissions and Collector Events
COLLECTED IN
New York · Miami · Hawaii · Berlin · Dubai · Milan · Canada
KEY WORKS
Justice of the Deep
Hand-embellished limited edition canvas, Edition of 13. Exhibited at Art Basel Miami x Nolcha Shows and Art Expo New York. 7% of every full-price sale donated to Restore NYC. “She’s hauntingly beautiful.” — Artist, Ernie Valez
13 Pearls of Medusa
The iconic Medusa series. Two editions: The Calm and The Awakening. “She’s hypnotic. She overlooks the city. From Edgewater, with the New York skyline behind her — she protects everything.” — Collector, NJ
Girl on Swing
The piece that started the MADX world. Best seller across exhibitions and fairs. Exhibited at Art Basel Miami and Art Expo New York.
Magic Whale Tub
Surreal, playful, beloved. “I’m now officially a multiple collector of MADX art! I became obsessed with Magic Whale Tub a year ago.” — Collector
Serenity
Surreal portrait that commands attention. “She stops everyone who walks in.” — Show organizer, Mirus Gallery, Denver, CO
“Built to be felt, not just seen. Collected internationally from New York to Dubai.”
BRING MADX TO YOUR EVENT
MADX creates immersive, conversation-starting experiences wherever she exhibits — from intimate gallery walls to large-scale art fair installations.
Whether you’re curating a gallery show, producing an art fair, organizing a luxury brand activation, hosting a private collector event, or programming a cultural festival — MADX brings a world that transforms spaces and stops people in their tracks.
Past collaborations and exhibitions include Art Basel Miami x Nolcha Shows, Art Expo New York (Solo + Gallery), NFT.NYC Official Opening Night, ETH Denver x Nolcha Shows at Temple Gallery, Union Square Holiday Market NYC, Mirus Gallery Denver, and private collector events in NYC, Miami, and internationally.
Available for: Gallery exhibitions, Art fair showcases, Brand activations, Pop-up installations, Private events, Corporate art programs, Hotel and hospitality art curation.
PRESS ASSETS AND MEDIA KIT
High-resolution artwork images, artist headshots, exhibition photography, and logo assets are available for editorial and curatorial use.
To request press materials, please email reserve@madxart.com with your publication or organization name, story angle or exhibition concept, and intended use and timeline.
All images are copyrighted and may not be reproduced without written permission from MADX.
QUICK FACTS
Artist Name: MADX
Full Name: Melanie Rothwell
Based In: New York City
Education: Pratt Institute, Brooklyn New York City
Medium: Digital painting, oil painting, hand-drawn, AI collage, photography, motion, digital collectibles, NFTs
Edition Sizes: 13 (limited editions), open editions available
Price Range: $125 — $15,000+
Gives Back: 7% of every full-price sale of Justice of the Deep canvas print is pledged to Restore NYC, supporting survivors of sex trafficking.
PRESS AND EXHIBITION INQUIRIES
For press, interviews, gallery partnerships, event bookings, and media access:
EMAIL
reserve@madxart.com
WEBSITE
madxart.com