Melt Studio and Gallery is located just outside Picton in a historical air force barracks in the former Camp Picton. Built in 1940 as part of the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan (BCATP). Seven hundred and one acres of land on the outskirts of Picton became the home of the Royal Air Force (RAF) where many young British, Canadian and American men trained as combat pilots. Decommissioned in the 60s, many of these barracks are now workspaces for artists, carpenters and various local businesses. Melt Studio and Gallery is excited to become part of this vibrant creative community. The property was purchased at the end of 2021 by PEC Community Partners and has been renamed Base31. For more information on this exciting development go to www.base31.ca
Melt Studio and Gallery is managed and run by Canadian encaustic artist Susan Wallis and is the home to her encaustic working studio. Susan is thrilled to be in this wonderful space and looks forward to showcasing her work in the gallery space along with a selection of other talented artists and artisans.
LOCATION: BARRACK 3, DIEPPE ROAD
BASE31, 343 COUNTY ROAD 22, PICTON, ONTARIO
Susan Wallis
+1 (416)893-8664
info@meltstudiogallery.com
All work can be purchased in person or through my online shop.
UPCOMING SHOWS AT MELT STUDIO GALLERY:
RENEWAL: MAY 16-JUNE 23, 2024
SOLO SHOW: JULY 25-SEPTEMBER 1, 2024
PAST SHOWS
DECAY - GROUP SHOW - 2023
LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD - 2023
WITH LEISA RICH
MOON WATCHERS - 2023
SHORELINES - 2023
Healthy shorelines are vital for maintaining the overall health of a lake or other body of water. A healthy shoreline works to maintain clean water quality, prevent erosion, reduce impacts of flooding, and provide habitat for wildlife.
For me, the shoreline also possesses a deep meditative quality. Walks along the shores of the lakes in Prince Edward County provide moments of deep peace and clarity and inspired this series of serene paintings. I am also honoured to have 4 wonderful female artists join me in exploring the fragility and beauty of Ontario’s shorelines. My work is accompanied by 3-dimensional works by guest artists Jennifer Anne Kelly (glass), Nina-Marie Lister (mixed media), Leisa Rich (textile) and Mona Rutenberg (metal).