In the spirit of gift-giving, Melt Studio + Gallery will be hosting a raffle for Susan Wallis’ encaustic painting “FOREST WATCHER”, with all the proceeds being donated to Kenhte:ke Seed Sanctuary and Learning Centre in Tyendinaga.

Ratinenhayén:thos is a non-profit organization dedicated to the sustenance and growth of the Kenhte:ke Seed Sanctuary and Learning Centre (KSSLC) in the Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory.

The KSSLC is dedicated to growing heirloom and Indigenous seeds, including those specific to the Rotinonshyon:ni, and ensuring the availability of healthy, local seeds for the next seven generations.“

In this painting I challenge the viewer to join in the scene, to take a seat by the bonfire under the night’s sky. To watch and protect the forest. To celebrate it’s glory and recognize and understand it’s vunerabilites. Only then will the forest survive.” –

Susan Wallis12”x12”, Encaustic. Framed in Solid Walnut.

Retail Value $485

Tickets $10 each or 3 for $25 Buy Tickets in person at the gallery or online at https://www.meltstudiogallery.com.

Please support this worthy cause!