Mel Noven displayed his photography throughout the Chicago area.  These locations included the Time-Life Building, Thorek Hospital, CBS Radio, Barth Galleries, Chicago Press and other locations.

He was a regular participant in art fairs including Gold Coast, Water Tower, Ravinia, Crete, Park Forest, Old Town and many others

He was recognized at many of these festivals and fairs for his photography.

While he sold many of his photographs during these events, his main enjoyment was to display his art for others to appreciate and enjoy.  His favorite part of these events was to interact with other artists and the people who appreciated his work.