About Alice Melo | Fine Artist in Ontario

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​​I am a fine artist and art instructor based in Amherstview, Ontario, offering original artwork and art workshops throughout Kingston and surrounding areas. My work focuses on capturing nature, emotion, and quiet moments through watercolour, acrylic, gouache, and mixed media.

Featured Event

I’m excited to be part of the L&A 2026 Studio Tour this September. I’d love to welcome you into my studio and share my latest work in person

​My Artwork

​My artwork is inspired by the natural world, with a focus on florals, wildlife, and landscapes. I work across multiple mediums, creating original, one-of-a-kind pieces that reflect colour, texture, and atmosphere.
Each painting is created with intention, balancing detail with expressive brushwork to bring a sense of calm and connection into the viewer’s space.

​My Teaching Practice

​Alongside my studio practice, I teach art workshops in Amherstview and Kingston, Ontario, welcoming beginners and hobby artists alike.
My teaching style focuses on progress over perfection, helping students build confidence while exploring watercolour, acrylic, gouache, and soft pastels in a relaxed and supportive environment.

​My Creative Philosophy

​I believe that art should feel accessible, calming, and enjoyable. My goal is to create space for people to explore creativity without pressure, while also encouraging growth and experimentation.
Whether I am painting or teaching, I focus on helping others connect with their own creative process.

​Based in Ontario, Canada

​I am based in Amherstview, Ontario, and work with students and collectors across Kingston and throughout Canada through workshops, original artwork, and commissioned pieces.

​Listen to My Podcast

​A conversation about art, creativity, and inspiration.

Exhibitions

Solo Shows

Sept 2023 "Animalistic" Lakeside Studio Gallery - Kingston, ON
Dec 2020 Corner Stone Canadian Art Gallery - Kingston, ON
“Featured Artist”
May 2020 Corner Stone Canadian Art Gallery – Kingston, ON
“Featured Artist” 
 
Group Shows
2023 Kingston Square Foot Juried Show - Kingston, ON
2023 Cline Gallery Merry Mini Juried Show - Cornwall, ON
2022 "In Sight" Group Show - Tett Centre Kingston, ON
2022 "Chromascope" Group Show Parrott Art Gallery - Belleville, ON
2022 Cline Gallery Merry Mini Juried Show - Cornwall, ON
2022 KSOA Window Gallery Juried Show - Kingston, ON
2022 Kingston Square Foot Juried Show - Kingston, ON
​2022 Tett Centre Annual Resident Exhibition- Kingston, ON
2021 Tett Centre Annual Resident Exhibition- Kingston, ON
2021 Kingston Square Foot Show Juried- Kingston, ON
2020 Tett Centre Pandemic Virtual Group Show - Kingston, ON
2019 The Tett Centre Small Works - Kingston, ON
Jan 2019-Dec 2019 Legislative Assembly of Ontario - Toronto, ON 
“Art a la Carte” Group Exhibition"
July 2018-Dec 2018 Legislative Assembly of Ontario - Toronto, ON “Art in Camera” Group Exhibition"

Awards

2021 Winner of Kingston's Square Foot Show People's Choice Award

​Teaching

Kingston School of Art
2023 
Watecolour Programs and Workshops

Lakeside Studio Gallery
2022-2023
Acrylic and watercolour workshops

Cline House Gallery/Studio – Cornwall, ON
 June & August 2022
Acrylic Workshops

The Tett Centre – Kingston, ON
 2019 – Present
Acrylic, watercolour and coloured pencil workshops  in person and virtual 
 
 2016 Certified Grumbacher Fine Art Instructor 
Michaels – Kingston, ON
August 2016 - April 2019
Acrylic and Watercolour​ Programs

Remember to Come back and Visit Alice Melo Fine Art Soon!