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My bird paintings celebrate the beauty, humour, and grace of the animals we so often take for granted. Working in a colourful, figurative, and contemporary style, I bring forward the quirky character of ducks, the lively spirit of chickens, and the quiet elegance of black swans with their cygnets. Each work is both a portrait and a playful observation—inviting viewers to see these familiar creatures with fresh eyes, to notice their charm, and to share in their light-hearted presence.

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Melissa is a Melbourne based artist best known for her large landscapes and bold still lifes.

She paints with oils on canvas using nature and personal experiences as her inspiration. These observations are brought to life in her studio, a converted horse stable which overlooks a magnificent oak tree.

Melissa’s passion for painting began in her mid teens, and developed when she majored in art at teachers college. She has continued since with tuition from a local artist and mentor.

Melissa’s art has developed into a contemporary style. Her work is not a just a representation of what she observes, but rather an expression of it, and her paintings will take you on a journey through her moody and colorful world.

Melissa has participated in group and solo exhibitions. She is a member of the Victorian Artists Society, a Bluethumb finalist in 2022, and a selected participant in the Banyule Council Open Studios program. Her work is held in a variety of collections including the Epworth Healthcare Art Collection, Melbourne Magistrate's Court, and private collections in Australia and the UK.