The Hive Studio

Visual Artist

Melissa enjoys experimenting and combining mediums in new ways. As an apiarist, considering leftover wax from harvesting honey one day, she decided to have a go at reviving the ancient process of encaustic (hot beeswax painting).  

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Encaustic provided a perfect medium for experimentation, pushing boundaries and combining alcohol ink, sketches, oil paint and water colour for a unique take on botanicals. 

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Her home studio overlooking acres of bush and wildflowers is the perfect location for focusing on beautifully detailed botanicals and abstract landscapes vibrant with the contrasting colours of Australia.
 

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