Terry Melton papers

Collection

Identifier: WUA095

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Terry Melton papers include publications created by, or featuring Melton's artwork, poetry, or writing. Also included are detailed personal correspondence with other regional and national artists including Jim Mattingly, Theodore Waddell, and Paul Brach.

Dates

Creation: 1969-2013

Creator

Melton, Terry (Person)

Language of Materials

Materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open to researchers.

Conditions Governing Use

Library acts as “fair use” reproduction agent.

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Biographic Note

Terry Melton's career as an artist began in 1961. His primary mediums include drawing, printmaking, photography and ceramics. He holds a Masters of Fine Arts from the University of Oregon and has exhibited in more than fifty exhibitions. He has served as Director three separate art institutions: The Yellowstone Art Museum, The C.M. Russell Museum and the McAllen International Museum. He served as Director of the Oregon Arts Commission and Foundation (1970-1975), Regional Representative for the National Endowment for the Arts (1975-1984), and Executive Directory of the Western States Arts Federation (1984-1990).

Since retiring from the McAllen International Museum, Melton has continued painting and exhibiting. He currently lives in Salem, Oregon.