I’m interested in psychology, anthropology, natural sciences and the arts. Painting allows me to think about all of these at once and challenges me to question the world. It deepens my appreciation for the places and people who fill it.
I begin to create my work by visualizing how I would like my composition to look. Working from life is what I prefer but it’s not always practical, so I take reference photos and collect images and objects that inspire me. I sketch my composition loosely onto my surface then begin to paint with oil.
Born in Ontario, Canada, Melissa Devine received her formal art education from Sheridan College and Laguna College of Art and Design where she earned an Illustration Diploma and a Drawing and Painting, Fine Art’s Certificate. She is currently planning on moving back to Canada to continue her education in the arts.
