Melissa Laurence

I am an Australian artist based in the United Kingdom, creating bold, joyful oil paintings that celebrate rediscovering beauty in everyday moments. My work focuses on florals and birds, painted with expressive, textured brushstrokes that radiate warmth, energy, and individuality.

Inspired by my own experience of moving countries and finding joy in small details, I explore themes of growth, belonging, and emotional connection through colour and light. Each piece is created to spark happiness and meaning in the spaces they inhabit, vibrant reflections of life’s milestones and quiet moments alike.

My aim is to create art that feels like a dopamine hit for the home, bringing colour, personality, and a sense of joy to everyday life.

Bachelor of Education, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Australia

Self-taught artist with a 20-year career in education before transitioning to full-time painting. My background in teaching continues to influence my creative process, shaping how I approach colour, composition, and storytelling through art. I have further developed my practice through ongoing study, mentorship, and professional courses in contemporary oil painting, colour theory, and creative business.

2026
Solo Exhibition at The Parade Cinema, Marlborough

2025

Autumn Exhibition, Made in Pewseyvale Gallery, Pewseyvale

Leverton Art Week, Leverton Framers, Leverton

Sussex Art Fair, Goodwood Racecourse, Chichester

Spring Exhibition, Aubergine Gallery, Wimbledon

Henley Art Trail, Old Fire Station, Henley

E17 Pop-up by Forever Curates, Walthamstow

Art Surrey Art Fair, Sandown Racecourse, Surrey

2024

Floral Reverie, Caversham Gallery & Picture Framers, Reading (Artist Talk, 30 August)

Insight, The Base, Greenham

Open Studios, Greenham Control Tower, Newbury

Wild, Bold Florals – Solo Exhibition, The Golden Lion Gallery, Ramsbury

2023

Brewing, Sophie Tea Gallery, Soho, London

Open Studios, West Berkshire and North Hampshire

2022

Open Studios, West Berkshire and North Hampshire

2021

The Awakening – Solo Exhibition, The Globe, Newbury