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.
New Work at Melt Studio Gallery
Autumn 2024
And She Entered the Forest as the Sun Began to Set... She Knew Darkness Awaited, 24x6 in, Casein paint & encaustic, $485.00
talking to the moon, 48x6 in, encaustic, $1400
and the forest watched in silence, 24x24 in, encaustic, $1,350
And the Birches Stood as Guardians as She Approached the Forest, 48x9.5 in, encaustic, $1,575
And the Snow Whispered... Beware, 24x6 in, encaustic, $485
Forest Breathing | Lake Breathing
July 25–September 1, 2024
“I have spent years making work inspired by the natural landscapes that surround me here in Prince Edward County. Hours spent walking in the forests near my home and gazing at the surrounding lakes have been transformed into two brand new bodies of work: Forest Breathing and Lake Breathing. Both series seek to embody the peace and calm that comes from spending time in nature, capturing the feeling of being completely present and mindful within one’s environment.”
County Shores I, 12 x 12 in, $485.00
The whispering mist, 16 x 16 in, $875.00 SOLD
winter’s breath, 48 x 10 in, $1575.00
Forest breathing Under the Moon I, 24 x 6 in
Lake exhalation, 48 x 12 in, $1800.00 SOLD
Breathing in the lake, 48 x 48 in, $4000.00
The trees inhale the lake, 24 x 24 in, $1350.00
Forest exhalation, 24 x 24 in, $1350.00
quiet breath, 12 x 48 in, $1800.00
On the crest, 48 x 6 in, $1400.00
quiet breathing (Diptych), 48 x 36 in (each panel), $6500.00
The lake beckons, 34 x 69 in, $3800.00 SOLD
as the mist settles, 24 x 6 in, SOLD
Forest breathing Under the moon II, 24 x 6 in, $485.00
Deep waters, 48 x 12 in, $1800.00
Deep breath, 48 x 6 in, $1400.00
Spring time shores, 48 x 36 in, $3500.00
Where the forests meet, 24 x 6 in, $485.00
deep blue breaths, 24 x 24 in, $1350.00
UPCOMING SHOWS AT MELT STUDIO GALLERY:
MELT ARTIST GROUP SHOW: SEPTEMBER 5–OCTOBER 13, 2024
GIVE A LITTLE BIT HOLIDAY SHOW- NOVEMBER 28-JANUARY 5 2025
Winter visitor, 16x16 in, encaustic, $875.00
Deep Winter Snow, 16x16 in, encaustic, $875.00 SOLD
the quiet journey, 8x8 in, encaustic, $385.00
Hidden Treasures, 6x6 in, encaustic, $285.00
Golden Night, 8x8 in, Encaustic, $385.00
Guided by the Winter Moon, 8x8 in, encaustic, $385.00
Winter’s Glory, 8x8 in, encaustic, $385.00
Peaceful moon, 24x6 in, Encaustic, $485.00
PAST SHOWS
DECAY - GROUP SHOW - 2023
Autumn’s calling, 48x12 in, $1800.00
Autumn's Vibrant Decay, 15x7 in, $450.00
LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD - 2023
WITH LEISA RICH
The Big Bad Wolf, 12 x 12 in, $485.00, sold
asking the moon, 12 x 12 in, $485.00 SOLD
The wolf’s greeting, 6 x 24 in, $485.00
the Girl \the Forest\ the Wolf, 6 x 6 in (Triptych), $750.00
one with the moon, 6 x 48 in, $1,400.00
Run,Run, Red Riding Hood, 48 x 6 in, $1,400.00, sold
big moon, 24 x 24 in, $1,350.00
Walk amongst the birches, 6 x 6 in, $285.00, sold
And the Tale begins, 72 x 24 in, $3,500.00
The Wolf's Song, 8 X 8 IN, $385.00, sold
The Decision, 24 x 6, $485.00
the forest calls, 48 x 10 in, $1575.00 SOLD
MOON WATCHERS - 2023
SERENADING THE MOON, 24 X 6 IN, $485.00 sold
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).
The Dance at sunset, 6 x 48 in, sold
QUIET WAVE WATCHING, 6 X 48 IN, $1,400.00, sold
Divided shores, 30 x 65 in, $3,800.00, SOLD
The Passageway, 30 x 65 in, $3,800.00, sold
Beneath the surface ii, 18 x 60 in, $2,300.00
The Arrival, 12 X 12 IN, $485.00
Beyond the Birches and Bulrush, 24X6 $485.00 SOLD
ETERNAL, 12 X 12 IN, $485.00
The Silence of the Bulrush, 24 X 6 IN, $485.00, sold
Mirrored, 48X10 $1,575.00 SOLD
Distant shorelines, 48 x 36 in, $3,500.00 SOLD
subtle shores, 36 x 48 in, $3,500.00
Spring Time Shores, 48 X 36 IN, $3,500.00
Through the Fog, 12 X 12 IN, $485.00
AT LAST, 24 X 6 IN, $485.00
COUNTY SHORES, 12 X 12 IN, $485.00 - 70% OF THE PROCEEDS OF THIS PIECE GOES TO THE SOUTH SHORE JOINT initiative www.ssji.ca
The stand of the cattail, 48 x 10 in, $1,575.00
flowers from the shore, 24 x 24 in, $1,350.00
swan Lake I, 6 x 6 in sold
from the shore, 5.25 x 4.5 x 13 in, $375.00, SOLD
swan Lake II, 6 X 6 IN $285.00 SOLD
floating gifts, 10 x 10 in, $450.00, sold
Beachcombing V, 5 x 23.5, $225.00 sold
floating gift, 12 x 12 in, $485.00
sunset shore, 6.5 x 5 x 1.25 in, $200.00
GIVE A LITTLE BIT 2022
light 4, 6 x 6 in, encaustic and match, $285.00
light 5, encaustic and match, $285.00 SOLD
Who goes there? 10 x 10 in, $450.00 SOLD
WINTER’S BEAUTY, 6 X 6 IN, ENCAUSTIC, $285.00 SOLD
Moon watcher #1 , 6 x 6 in, $285.00 SOLD
Whom? 24 x 6 in, encaustic, SOLD
Moon owl, 24 x 6 in, $485 SOLD
Grey skies of winter, 20 x 20 in, encaustic, $1100.00 SOLD
THREE SISTERS, THREE ARTISTS, ONE FIRE - 2022
Fire hawk, 12 x 12 in, Encaustic, $485.00 SOLD
Light III, Encaustic and match, 6 x 6 in, SOLD
where there is smoke, there is fire, encaustic, 16 x 16 in, SOLD
LIGHT I, ENCAUSTIC AND MATCH, 6 X 6 IN, SOLD
Light II, Encaustic and match, 6 x 6 in, SOLD
Bonfire, encaustic, 30 x 24 in, SOLD
island fires, 48 x 6 in, SOLD
LAND | WATER | SKY - 2022.
the view from here 48”x36” SOLD
drifting CLOUDS 42”x42” $3200 SOLD
distant shores 42”x42” $3200 sold
Solitude 6”x 6” $285 SOLD
Whoops! 6”x6” $285 sold
sailing away 6”x6” $285 SOLD
forever together 6”x6” $285 SOLD
swan lake II 6”x 6” $285 sold
lovers on the lake 18”x36” $1700 SOLD
quiet shores 36”x48” SOLD
The lake’s many shades of blue 6”x48” SOLD
seperate ways 24”x6” $485 SOLD
end of day 8”x10” $350 SOLD
Other work available at Melt Studio & Gallery
Tranquility, 34x72 in, $3,500.00
Spectacular Ending, 24x38 in, $2,400.00
peaceful blues, 24x48 in, $2,400.00
Moving Waters, 30x24 in, $1,800.00
imaginary lake, 36x48 in, $3,500.00
mountain memories, 30x36 in, $2,300.00
momentary view, 24x24 in, $1,350.00
falling with grace, 60x24 in, $2,900.00
the stance, 30x24 in, $2,000.00
Hope Nest #6, 12x12 in, $485.00
On the Crest, 6x48 in, $1,475.00
shooting star, 12x46 in , $1800.00 SOLD
changing boundaries, 30 x 64 in, $3800 SOLD
patchwork barn, 24x24 in, SOLD
brilliant ending, 4x6 in, $200 SOLD
Going UP 24x6 in, $485.00
You Can Read Your Book and eat it too V, encaustic and book, $200.00
two and the moon, 24x6 in, sold - commission
Under the stars 12”x12”
FAMILY PORTRAIT 24 x 30 in SOLD
painted egg II 6”x6” $285 SOLD